Head of Finance / Controller (f/m/d)

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TESTING- organization is looking for an experienced finance leader to become our first dedicated Head of Finance. In this hands-on role, you will establish scalable accounting, controlling, budgeting, and reporting processes while preparing the company for continued growth, audit readiness, and a future financing round. The position is full-time and hybrid, with two on-site days per week in Munich-Sendling.

What you do

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual closing in partnership with our external tax advisor in a DATEV environment
Introduce forecasting, budgeting, and cash-flow planning and create a reliable reporting package for management
Establish controlling processes, including KPI dashboards, cost centres, variance analysis, ARR, burn, Rule of 40, and CAC/LTV metrics
Support investor reporting, due diligence, and the preparation and maintenance of data rooms
Improve invoicing, receivables management, and payment runs in collaboration with operations and sales operations
Help ensure compliance with HGB, GoBD, VAT, travel-expense, and related requirements
Coordinate contract reviews with legal advisors
Prepare the finance function for statutory audits and further growth
Build and lead a small accounting and FP&A team as the company scales

What you need

At least six years of experience in finance or controlling, including two or more years with end-to-end responsibility as a Head of Finance or Financial Controller
A degree in business, finance, or a comparable qualification; a tax advisory or audit background is advantageous but not required
Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB), month-end closing, and controlling
Experience with DATEV or comparable German accounting standards and systems
A hands-on approach and the willingness to execute operational work as well as shape strategy
Excellent German and English communication skills
A structured and dependable working style in a fast-growing environment
B2B SaaS knowledge, including ARR, deferred revenue, or revenue recognition, is an advantage
Experience with ESG reporting, climate technology, Personio, Stripe, Chargebee, statutory audits, or ISO processes is welcome

What you get

Hybrid work from Munich-Sendling with two on-site days per week
Flexible working hours
Market-rate salary and participation through a VSOP
Transparent development and progression opportunities
Direct collaboration with and access to the managing directors
Training budget for controller academies, SaaS finance communities, and relevant professional development
The opportunity to build the finance function from the ground up and shape the company’s next stage of growth

How hiring works here

You applyAbout 2 minutes. Your CV and a few short questions.
TESTING- organization reviewsA person reads every application, usually within 3 days.
A 10-minute phone interviewWith an AI assistant, at a time that suits you.
Meet the teamAt the workplace, with your future manager.

After TESTING- organization reviews your application, you may get a short phone interview with an AI assistant. A person makes every hiring decision.