Head of Finance

cyber; Berlin; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days PTO

Equity from day 1

Annual dev budget €1000

Remote setup budget €1000

Job summary

LI.FI is seeking a Head of Finance (m/f/d) to lead and grow the finance function. You will build financial models, drive planning and analysis, and partner with the CFO on strategic decisions. The role is remote within Europe with Berlin preferred, and reports to the CFO. You’ll lead a finance team and shape decisions with trusted data.

The position emphasizes AI-driven optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and a fast-paced blockchain environment backed by leading investors.

Qualifications

• Proven FP&A experience with building financial models and forecasts.
• Leadership experience and ability to develop others.
• Experience applying AI/automation to finance workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end financial planning and analysis; build and maintain models and forecasts.
• Partner with CFO and leadership on analyses and business cases for strategic decisions.
• Drive budgeting cycles and ensure teams stay on budget with smart trade-offs.
• Build and own quarterly and annual KPI reporting for internal and investor audiences.
• Lead and grow the finance team, embedding financial thinking across the company.

Skills

FP&A

Leadership

Analytics

Communication

Startup experience

Job description

Accounting & Finance · Full-time, Contractor

We’re looking for a Head of Finance (m/f/d) to lead and grow the finance function at LI.FI , one of the most exciting cross‑chain infrastructure companies in blockchain. This is a role for someone who thrives on turning numbers into decisions: building financial models, driving planning and analysis, and helping the company steer itself based on clear, trusted data.

You’ll lead an experienced finance team, partner closely with other departments to embed financial thinking across the company, and act as a sparring partner to the CFO and wider management on strategic decisions. You’ll report directly to the CFO.

We offer you the chance to shape the finance function of a fast‑moving blockchain company backed by some of the most respected investors and partners in the industry.

Please note: This role is remote within Europe. Berlin is preferred but not a requirement. Your application will not be considered otherwise.

What you’ll do

Own financial planning and analysis end to end: build and maintain financial models, run forecasts, and translate them into insights that shape how the company allocates capital and prioritises bets

Partner with the CFO and leadership to prepare ad‑hoc analyses, business cases, and planning calculations that support strategic decisions

Drive budgeting and forecasting cycles across the company, working with team leads to help them stay on budget and make smart trade‑offs

Build and own financial and operational KPI reporting for internal stakeholders and investors

Use AI and automation to raise the bar on how finance operates, from reporting workflows to analysis and data pipelines, in close partnership with our data team

Support treasury decisions, working with the team and external consultants on how to manage and deploy capital across entities and currencies

Lead and grow the finance team, setting the tone for how finance partners with the rest of the company

What makes a good candidate

Proven experience in FP&A, with a strong track record of building financial models, running forecasts, and turning numbers into actionable recommendations

Previous leadership experience, with a collaborative style and a strong focus on developing the people around you

Experience applying AI and automation to finance workflows, with a track record of improving how teams operate day to day

Strong analytical mind with an eye for what the numbers are actually saying and what should be done about it

Excellent communication skills, able to hold your own with technical, commercial, and executive audiences

Comfortable in a fast‑paced, startup or scale‑up environment where you’ll build structure without over‑engineering it

Comfortable moving between the big picture and the detail, with a hands‑on approach to work

Good understanding of European accounting principles, with the ability to engage effectively with tax advisors and external partners

Nice to have

Experience in fintech, SaaS, or B2B environments

German accounting knowledge (HGB) and experience working with German tax structures

Interest in or exposure to crypto, DeFi, or digital asset accounting

Company culture

Embracing the differences

Embrace your own differences

Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others

See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow

Own tasks end‑to‑end

Hold yourself to a high bar for execution

Make bold decisions, and be accountable

Understand your limitations and seek for help

Try - don’t be afraid to fail

Learn - don’t make the same mistake twice

Adapt - grow with the experience

Have fun together

Take the time to get to know and understand each other better

Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it light‑hearted

Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect

What you’ll get

Annual company offsites — we've explored Thailand, Vietnam, Morocco, and Greece together. Next stop for 2027: TBD!

30 days of PTO

Equity participation from day 1

Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)

An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (pro‑rated the first year)

A one‑time 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.

If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first five benefits of this list.

Application process

LI.FI is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team member's unique contributions.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a comprehensive interview process, including a people operations interview, a take‑home assignment, a meet‑the‑team & founder interview, and a reference check.