Finance Leader – Strategic & Hands‑On Role

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Finance Leader based in Stuttgart to bridge strategic financial planning with hands‑on operational tasks, delivering accurate reporting for board meetings and investors while establishing robust financial processes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimise financial systems and tools to support operational efficiency and strategic objectives.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, cash‑flow statements, liquidity forecasts and detailed insights for board meetings and investor communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management on financial and investment decisions, identifying cost‑optimisation opportunities.
• Oversee day‑to‑day bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, dunning processes and collaborate with tax consultants and auditors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related field with a finance/accounting focus.
• Several years of finance experience in fast‑paced environments such as investment banking, private equity, consulting or startups.

Required skills

• Hands‑on proactive mindset with high ownership and attention to detail.
• Excellent time‑management, structured working style and strong communication skills.
• Strategic thinking with pragmatic problem‑solving in a technology‑driven environment.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (German optional).

What we offer

• Wellpass gym membership.
• Flexible working hours and option to work from home.
• Key role in an innovative AI‑robotics startup with wide‑ranging scope to shape the Finance department.
• Competitive compensation and excellent development opportunities, including weekly leadership interactions and exposure to Tier 1 investors.