Financial Controller - German speaker (m/f/d)

Alpine Eagle; Karlsruhe; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A fast-growing tech company in Karlsruhe is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Controller to manage financial operations and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in a relevant role, proficiency in financial software, and business-fluent German and English. Join us to help shape the future of airborne defence systems in a dynamic international environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a controlling role, ideally within a startup or international business environment.
• Strong business-fluent German and English language skills.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial data for external submissions.
• Manage and process accounts payable transactions accurately.
• Ensure timely completion of all mandatory submissions, including tax filings and audits.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Knowledge of financial software

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or related field

Tools

DATEV Unternehmen Online

Google Sheets

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At Alpine Eagle, we are building the future of airborne defence. As a fast-growing and international successful deep tech company, we specialise in aerospace engineering, defence systems, and machine learning — developing the world's first swarm-based, airborne counter-drone system. Modern conflicts have made one thing clear: drones are changing the face of warfare. From critical infrastructure to frontline defence, the threats are escalating — and current solutions are falling behind: Our mission is to change that effectively. By combining cutting-edge AI with aerospace-grade engineering, we're giving democracies and institutions committed to the rule of law the technological edge they need to protect themselves in the 21st century. Alpine Eagle is more than a defence company — it's a call to action. With an award-winning team, a strong financial foundation, and a bold vision for the future, we're looking for people who want to help shape the next generation of aerial security systems — and build something that truly matters.

We want to reinforce a culture where great ideas can flourish, and great people collaborate. Help us growing and succeeding!

How you will make an impact

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Controller to support the day-to-day operations and compliance of our finance function. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with our fractional CFO and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth financial processes and accurate reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking broad exposure, ownership of key processes, and growth within a dynamic, international environment.

• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial data for submission to the external accounting and tax advisory firm.
• Manage and process accounts payable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain a comprehensive overview of all vendor agreements and assess their cash flow implications.
• Ensure the compliance, functionality, and optimization of the group's financial software, including bank integrations, expense management systems, and budgeting tools.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the CEO and CFO to support financial oversight and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Finance Process Manual to document internal workflows and procedures.
• Ensure timely completion and coordination of all mandatory monthly, quarterly, and annual submissions, including tax filings, financial closings, and audits. Act as the primary liaison for the exchange of required data and documentation.
• Continuously assess the effectiveness of the existing finance setup, including staffing, processes, compliance measures, and tools, and implement improvements as needed to align with organizational goals.

What you need to be successful

• Degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a controlling role, ideally within a startup or international business environment.
• Experienced in working with DATEV Unternehmen Online.
• Strong skills in Excel, Google Sheets, and experience with financial software tools to help us driving automazation whereever possible.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask across deadlines.
• Business-fluent German and English language skills are mandatory for this role.

At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity.