Finance Lead

Our client is an industrial IoT company founded in Hamburg in 2015 helping manufacturing companies achieve their digital goals efficiently. Their software enables seamless data flow across complex factory environments integrating production IT and business systems while automating data management in a standardized resilient and cloud-native way. They serve clients of all sizes in Automotive Medical and Food sectors including KRONE Liebherr Handtmann and Schunk.

The Finance Lead will play a key role in safeguarding the companys financial health ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations and providing clear insights into cash flow and risks to support informed executive decisions and sustainable growth.

Location : Hamburg Germany.

Type of contract : Permanent remote position.

Main Tasks :

Oversee and manage all financial operations including accounting bookkeeping payments and compliance

Monitor cash flow liquidity and financial risks on an ongoing basis

Lead budgeting forecasting and financial planning processes

Deliver regular financial reports and actionable insights to the executive team

Mentor and develop members of the finance team

Requirements

University degree or equivalent in finance accounting business administration or a related field.

At least 7 years of professional experience in finance accounting or consulting including experience leading teams or projects ideally in a startup or dynamic environment.

Strong knowledge of German and international accounting standards (HGB and IFRS).

Excellent communication skills in German and English (minimum C1) with the ability to engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders.

Entrepreneurial mindset with sharp analytical skills a proactive approach to identifying risks and a strong attention to detail.

Nice to Haves :

Experience with modern financial tools and systems.

Previous experience building and scaling finance operations and processes.

Benefits

Fully remote work with flexible working hours

Opportunity to work with advanced financial systems and modern technologies

30 days of vacation per year with the possibility of up to 20 additional days based on tenure

Continuous professional development tailored to your skills and interests

Monthly allowance for meals and public transport

Company pension plan with up to 100% employer contribution supporting your long-term financial security

Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making with plenty of room to shape processes and contribute strategic ideas

Required Skills :

Requirements University degree or equivalent in finance accounting business administration or a related field. At least 7 years of professional experience in finance accounting or consulting including experience leading teams or projects ideally in a startup or dynamic environment. Strong knowledge of German and international accounting standards (HGB and IFRS). Excellent communication skills in German and English (minimum C1) with the ability to engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders. Entrepreneurial mindset with sharp analytical skills a proactive approach to identifying risks and a strong attention to detail. Nice to Haves : Experience with modern financial tools and systems. Previous experience building and scaling finance operations and processes.

Key Skills

Administrative Skills,Facilities Management,Biotechnology,Creative Production,Design And Estimation,Architecture

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1