Finance Manager (f/m/d)

Koa Switzerland & Ghana; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Finance Manager, der die finanziellen Operationen in Deutschland und der Schweiz leitet. In dieser Schlüsselrolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Genauigkeit der Finanzberichterstattung und die Einhaltung gesetzlicher Vorschriften. Sie arbeiten eng mit dem Management zusammen, um strategische Entscheidungen zu unterstützen und die finanzielle Gesundheit des Unternehmens zu gewährleisten. Mit einem hohen Maß an Autonomie und Verantwortung gestalten Sie aktiv das Wachstum in einem dynamischen internationalen Umfeld. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Finanzen haben und Veränderungen bewirken möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Leistungen

Flexibles Arbeiten

Reisevergütung

Diversity-Engagement

Team-Events

Qualifikationen

• Erfahrung im Finanzmanagement und Controlling, idealerweise in einem internationalen Umfeld.
• Vertrautheit mit deutschen und/oder schweizerischen Finanzvorschriften und Steuergesetzen.

Aufgaben

• Überwachung der Buchhaltung und Koordination von Jahresprüfungen.
• Planung, Budgetierung und Durchführung von Finanzanalysen.

Kenntnisse

Finanzmanagement

Controlling

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Problem-solving

Fließend Englisch und Deutsch

Ausbildung

Abschluss in Finanzen

Berufliche Qualifikation (CPA, ACCA)

Tools

DATEV

ERP-Systeme

Finanzautomatisierungstools

Jobbeschreibung

Your Mission

As Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and guiding the financial operations of Koa Switzerland AG (KSAG) and Koa Germany GmbH (KGG). You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, manage compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and drive the optimization of financial processes. Your expertise will support our management team in decision-making, investor relations, and the overall financial health of the Koa group.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Internal and External Accounting (KGG / KSAG)

• Overseeing accounting, working closely with external accountants
• Coordinating annual statutory audits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Managing tax returns submission and optimizing financial processes and systems

Controlling

• Planning, budgeting, and forecasting for both entities and group consolidation
• Conducting financial performance analysis and reporting on KPIs
• Identifying efficiency opportunities and supporting management in strategic decision-making

Treasury

• Managing cash flow, liquidity planning (KGG / KSAG)
• Overseeing and optimizing intercompany transactions, FX risk management, and the group's working capital
• Monitoring quarterly and annual compliance with loan agreements

Corporate Finance

• Providing regular financial reports to management, investors, and other stakeholders
• Developing financing strategies, managing capital structure, and liaising with investors, banks, and other financial partners
• Overseeing employee share program and supporting senior management in fundraising and due diligence processes of new investors

Your profile

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is a plus
• Experience in financial management, controlling, or a similar role, preferably in an international environment
• Experience in consolidating financial statements for local and international entities with a strong understanding of German and/or Swiss financial regulations and tax laws
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., DATEV), advanced Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems and financial automation tools
• Fluency in English and German (both at least C1 level)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to independently drive financial process improvements and collaborate across departments

Your Workplace & Team

You will be part of our newly established German team, but closely connected to the already existing Swiss & Ghanaian colleagues. Together, we’re all about taking epic risks in pursuit of success. We don’t just go with the flow: we make waves. We find tasty solutions and share laughs and smiles, because making a positive impact doesn’t mean all work and no play. We foster a community where creating goodness and fun are always on the agenda. As a Senior Finance Manager, you will enjoy a high degree of autonomy and responsibility, proactively shaping the growth of a young venture in an international environment. Our offices are in Cologne, Zurich, and Ghana, with flexibility for remote work and travel up to 25%.

Further Details

• Employment Level: Full-time 100%
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Travel: Up to 25%
• Office Location: Lindenstraße 32, 50674 Köln

Our Commitment to Diversity

We celebrate diversity as our strength, embracing inclusion regardless of background, gender, age, religion, identity, or ability. We aim to create a sustainable future where everyone belongs, and our differences make us stronger.

About Us

Koa Germany is part of a Swiss-Ghanaian Scale-Up disrupting the cocoa value chain in West Africa. We process fresh cocoa fruit in cooperation with smallholders in Ghana, increasing farmers' income and upcycling cocoa pulp. As a B Corp, we are committed to positive change, from farmers to the planet. Our mission is to uncover the cocoa fruit’s potential, create exciting products, and spread joy through taste. Join us on the Koa-coaster—an adventurous ride toward greatness.