Strategic Finance Manager (all genders) | ClimateTech

TN Germany; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A fast-growing ClimateTech company in Berlin seeks a Strategic Finance Manager to oversee finance management, budgeting, and reporting. This role offers the chance to lead cross-functional projects, work in a dynamic environment, and contribute to sustainability efforts. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in finance, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Leistungen

Urban Sports Club subscription

1:1 coaching sessions with Nilohealth

Flexible hybrid or fully remote working culture

Carbmee Summer Fridays

Attractive compensation package including virtual stock options

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in strategic finance and accounting roles.
• Hands-on knowledge of German accounting regulations.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead finance function, including budgeting, planning, and reporting.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and cash flow management.
• Collaborate with various departments and external stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Mindset

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Ausbildung

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

CPA or MBA

Tools

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Salesforce

DATEV

Spendesk

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Strategic Finance Manager (all genders) | ClimateTech, Berlin

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Client:

carbmee GmbH

Location:

Berlin, Germany

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

11.05.2025

Expiry Date:

25.06.2025

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Job Description:

Intro

Carbmee empowers organizations worldwide to systematically measure, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint. Backed by a recent €20M Series A funding from top VCs, we are one of the fastest-growing companies in European tech with offices in Berlin and Munich - proud to be at the forefront of climate innovation. Our platform leverages AI with millions of transactional data points to help enterprise customers tackle their most complex emissions challenges - far beyond compliance.

Your Role -We are looking for a Strategic Finance & Accounting expert to take ownership of the entire finance management structure at Carbmee. You will work closely with different internal and external stakeholders and be responsible for both strategic finance topics and the day-to-day finance operations, including everything from budgeting to accounting to reporting to due diligence.

Your Mission -By joining our Operations & Strategy team, you will have the opportunity to build, improve, and expand processes for all teams within the company. You will play a key role in FP&A, fundraising, investor reporting, evaluating, and supporting growth opportunities for and within the organization. If you thrive on leading cross-functional projects, can communicate efficiently and effectively, and are excited to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, then apply below. We want to hear from you!

Strategic Finance - Lead the finance function with the annual and long-term corporate model. Take ownership of performance analysis, budgeting, planning, forecasting, and reporting, as well as ad hoc strategic projects and analysis as needed

Finance Management - Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, including monthly accounting, invoicing system, financial statements, P&L creation, payments, and cash flow management

Budgeting and Forecasting - Maintain the existing rolling budget and forecast, perform financial analysis, and extract actionable insights to support our Co-Founders and the Management team in decision-making with accurate data

Financial Reporting - Prepare the annual budget, own internal finance & performance reporting processes, and maintain investor-facing financial models to ensure Carbmee's financial stability and success

Strategic Projects - Perform ad hoc strategic projects and analyses, support the execution of fundraising, and provide general financial information requests for investors and internal stakeholders

Continuous Improvement- Ensure accountability and financial conduct within the company. Improve, expand, and scale all existing financial processes in alignment with the company’s growth strategy

Collaboration - Communicate with external tax advisors and tax consultants and ensure a smooth cross-functional collaboration with all departments, including Operations, Revenue, Customer Experience, and the entire Management team

Your profile

Extensive and successful experience working in a strategic finance, controlling, and accounting role in a SaaS B2B enterprise startup, consulting, private equity, or investment banking environment

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. CPA or MBA preferred

Solid accounting and controlling knowledge combined with a deep understanding of the strategic financial levers that drive a SaaS tech business

Experience in building and managing financial models, forecasts, cash flow, and budgets

You work hands-on and independently on all finance, accounting, and controlling topics

You love numbers and master MS Excel, Google Sheets, Salesforce, and Google Office Environment like a pro

Hands-on knowledge of German accounting regulations, bookkeeping, and spend-management software tools. We use DATEV and Spendesk

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills combined with a high attention to detail

Fluent English skills, both written and spoken. German language knowledge is a great plus

You have what it takes to thrive, adapt, and grow in a fast-paced and rapidly changing start-up environment

Your analytical mindset gives you the ability to interpret and gain actionable insights over financial data and metrics and explain them to non-financial stakeholders

You are a supportive team player with a proactive approach and a self-driven work attitude who enjoys working collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment

You are excited to join our diverse and international team in Berlin and highly motivated by the opportunity to scale all financial processes of a growing startup

Don't feel like you meet all the criteria? We get it: confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. We'll let you in on a little secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Carbmee is a place where everyone can grow. So, however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come to work on a Monday morning.

• Unique & Powerful Mission - Join a fast-growing and ambitious tech company that is shaping the future of carbon management and fighting climate change
• Compensation & Rewards - a steep learning curve and ownership from day one. We offer an attractive compensation package, including virtual stock options
• Health & Wellbeing - Urban Sports Club subscription to stay healthy & fit. 1:1 coaching sessions with Nilohealth for your mental well-being.
• Carbmee Summer Fridays - you get every Friday in August off!
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance - a flexible hybrid or fully remote working culture with a lovely accessible office in Berlin-Mitte or the center of Munich
• Team Culture - Our Transparency, Humility, and Accountability values create a unique and supportive working environment. Be part of a multinational, motivated team that thinks work should be fun!
• Connection & Networking - from engaging workshops to regular team events, we offer plenty of opportunities to build meaningful connections, foster cross-functional relationships, and enhance collaboration
• Trust & Transparency - monthly All-Hands Meetings, weekly update newsletters, and Founders Q&As. We keep you informed on current company numbers and goals

About us

Carbmee GmbH was founded in early 2021 with the goal of helping businesses report, reduce and manage their carbon emissions. The Environmental Intelligence System, carbmee EIS is a purpose-built carbon management platform for enterprises with complex supply chains. The platform is compliant with all international standards and is capable of automated and holistic calculation of carbon footprints on a product, company, and supply chain level. Read more about us at https://www.carbmee.com/