Director Finance (m/f/d)
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director Finance based in Stuttgart who can effectively bridge strategic financial planning with hands-on operational tasks. This role is essential for delivering accurate financial reporting for board meetings with our investors, establishing robust financial processes, and managing daily transactional activities.
Your Responsibilities:
Financial Processes & Structures
- Develop, implement, and optimize financial systems (e.g. cost accounting, controlling, reporting) to support both operational efficiency and strategic objectives.
- Introduce and manage tools that streamline accounting functions and enhance financial reporting accuracy.
- Prepare and present regular financial reports and ad-hoc analyses, including cash flow statements and liquidity forecasts.
- Deliver detailed financial insights for board meetings and investor communications.
- Assist with budget planning, monitoring, and forecasting to guide strategic decision-making.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to management on financial and investment decisions.
- Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements across the organization.
- Prepare detailed financial reports for board meetings with investors.
- Develop and refine financial structures, such as cost tracking systems.
- Execute routine tasks including bill payments and receipt scanning, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Foster a collaborative culture through close cooperation with departments like Operations, Sales, and Engineering.
- Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, including accounts payable/receivable and payment transactions.
- Manage dunning processes and ensure timely processing of receipts and invoices.
- Collaborate with tax consultants and auditors for the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field with a focus on Finance/Accounting.
- Several years of practical experience in finance—preferably in dynamic, fast-paced environments such as investment banking, private equity, consulting or startups.
- A hands-on, proactive mindset with a high degree of ownership and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management, structured working style, and strong communication skills.
- A strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving in a technology-driven environment.
- Fluency in written and spoken English (German optional).
- Application
- Take‑home assignment: You’ll complete a short, role‑relevant task with clear instructions and a deadline.
- Cultural fit interview (40 min): A conversation about how you work, what motivates you, and what you’re looking for. Expect CV highlights, your “why,” and time for your questions.
- Interview with our Finance Director (60 min): A discussion on vision, impact, and how the role connects to company priorities.
- On‑site visit: Meet the team and one of the Founders at our office and collaborate on a real challenge similar to the work you’d do here. You’ll get a clear feel for the environment and ways of working.
- Wellpass (gym membership)
- Flexible working hours
- Option to work from home
- A key role in an innovative AI-robotics startup
- Wide-ranging scope for shaping and developing our Finance department
- A motivated team and an open corporate culture
- Competitive compensation and excellent opportunities for development
- Benefit from weekly leadership interactions, and engagement with international Tier 1 investors—accelerating your professional development and broadening your strategic impact.
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