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

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TESTING- organization is looking for an experienced finance leader to become its first dedicated Head of Finance. Based in Munich with a hybrid working model, you will establish scalable reporting, budgeting, accounting, and controlling processes for a growing Series A carbon accounting software business. This hands-on role offers direct collaboration with the managing directors, external tax advisors, operations, and investors while preparing the company for audits, continued growth, and a future financing round.

What you do

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual closing in partnership with the external tax advisor in a DATEV environment
Introduce forecasting, budgeting, and cash-flow planning and create a reliable reporting package for the leadership team
Establish controlling processes, including KPI dashboards, cost centres, and variance analyses
Track relevant SaaS metrics such as ARR, burn rate, Rule of 40, CAC, and LTV
Support investor reporting, due diligence processes, and the maintenance of data rooms
Improve invoicing, receivables management, and payment runs together with operations and sales operations
Help ensure compliance with GoBD, VAT, travel expense, and related requirements, coordinating contract reviews with legal advisors
Prepare the finance function for audit readiness and continued company growth
Build and lead a small finance team covering accounting and FP&A 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
Degree in business administration, finance, or a comparable qualification
Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB), month-end closing, and controlling
Experience with DATEV or comparable German accounting standards and systems
Hands-on startup mentality and willingness to build and operate processes directly
Excellent German and English, with confidence communicating with investors and international customers
Structured, dependable working style in a fast-growing environment
B2B SaaS experience, including ARR, deferred revenue, or revenue recognition, is an advantage
Experience in climate tech, ESG reporting, statutory audits, ISO processes, or tools such as Personio, Stripe, and Chargebee is welcome but not required
A tax advisory or audit background and an established network in Munich or Bavaria are additional advantages

What you get

Full-time role with a hybrid setup in Munich-Sendling and two on-site days per week
Flexible working hours
Market-aligned compensation and a VSOP participation opportunity
Transparent development and progression opportunities
Direct collaboration and regular sparring with the managing directors
Training budget for controller academies, SaaS finance communities, and relevant professional development
Opportunity to build the finance function from the ground up and shape a growing climate software company

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.