Finance Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Develop and oversee monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts while tracking key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Assess the financial stability of the portfolio, ensuring positive cash flow while delivering regular and precise cash flow forecasts

• Evaluate and analyze performance strategies to pinpoint opportunities, responding with actionable plans to achieve and surpass financial goals

• Serve as a genuine business partner to the Managing Director

• Maintain high-level engagement with the corporate finance department

• Take full responsibility for all financial matters concerning the portfolio companies

• Support integrations and special projects within the Portfolio

• Supervise and review all accounting activities, including tax and compliance

• Manage the monthly financial closing process for portfolio companies

• Generate precise and timely financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis

• Oversee working capital needs, including debt collection processes and collaborating with the business to enhance invoicing and payment terms with customers and suppliers

• Establish processes that ensure adherence to corporate policies and reporting requirements

• Recognize and manage discrepancies between corporate consolidation accounting policies and local statutory reporting obligations

• Ensure effective internal financial controls and continually assess existing policies and procedures

• Streamline internal reporting processes for enhanced efficiency

• Prepare for and assist with the corporate audit by supplying required documentation

• Lead and coordinate annual statutory audits, ensuring all necessary filings are completed

• Set objectives for and oversee all accounting and finance personnel

• Mentor and train teams to equip them with the knowledge and resources needed for success

• Provide leadership and cultivate a high-performing, scalable finance team in a decentralized finance setting, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and ongoing improvement

• Assist with NetSuite implementation activities, documenting new processes and safeguarding data integrity

• Identify gaps and opportunities for automation, recommend solutions, and oversee the execution of necessary changes to enhance financial systems and associated processes

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting or finance role, with managerial experience being essential

• Capability to manage risks by ensuring the presence of effective and efficient internal controls

• Quick learner, adaptable, and comfortable in a dynamic environment

• Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite ERP (or similar systems) is considered advantageous

• Ability to visualize and implement efficient processes

• Strong organizational skills and effective time management

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote Work

• Professional development opportunities