Head of Finance

Dance; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A dynamic mobility company in Berlin is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its capital strategy and manage financial operations. You will work closely with leadership to shape financial pathways, implement budgeting, and oversee debt financing initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of finance experience, particularly in capital markets, and is fluent in English and German. This role offers a competitive compensation package and a flexible working environment.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation package

Flexible working environment

Employee stock ownership plan

Flexible vacation policy

Optional private pension plan with company matching

Collaboration with nilo.health

Dance subscription for ebike or emoped

Reduced monthly subscription for plus one

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience.
• 5+ years in capital markets, treasury, or structured finance roles.
• Proven track record in raising and managing debt facilities.
• Strong understanding of financial instruments and leverage metrics.
• Fluency in English and German is required.

Aufgaben

• Lead capital markets strategy to fuel growth and expansion.
• Manage budgeting, treasury, and accounting functions.
• Serve as primary contact for debt investors and financial institutions.
• Build relationships with banks and credit agencies.

Kenntnisse

Capital markets experience

Financial modeling

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Fluency in English and German

Jobbeschreibung

ABOUT THE ROLE

We\u2019re looking for a Head of Finance to lead our capital strategy and keep our financial engine running smoothly. You\u2019ll work side-by-side with our CEO and leadership team, shape the company\u2019s long-term financial path, and make sure we\u2019ve got the capital we need to grow fast and responsibly.

As our Head of Finance, you will be responsible for:

• Capital Markets & Financing Strategy

• Develop and execute our capital markets strategy to fuel growth and expansion
• Lead debt financing initiatives, including refinancing, new debt issuance, and optimizing capital structure for cost and flexibility
• Build strong relationships with banks, lenders, investors, and credit agencies, ensuring transparent and proactive communication
• Share financing plans and performance with our leadership team
• Identify and evaluate strategic financing opportunities, including private placements, structured finance, and alternative debt sources
• Own loan and bond documentation, compliance, and financial reporting
• Maintain and develop financial models to forecast covenant headroom and stress-test scenarios
• Partner with legal and external advisors on debt documentation, refinancing, and negotiations

• Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Partner with our CEO and leadership team to shape long-term financial strategy and growth plans
• Lead budgeting, treasury, and accounting functions to deliver accurate financial insights and forecasts
• Strengthen our financial governance and risk management frameworks across the organization
• Lead and grow a small high-performing finance team aligned with business objectives

• Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for debt investors, financial institutions, auditors, and regulators
• Support management and investor relations through clear communication of financial performance and outlook

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you:

• You bring 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in capital markets, treasury, or structured finance roles
• Proven track record in raising and managing debt facilities - bank loans, bonds, structured or asset-backed financing
• Strong understanding of financial instruments, leverage metrics, and covenant compliance frameworks
• You\u2019ve worked in a growth-stage or capital-heavy environment like mobility, energy, or tech
• You\u2019re a clear communicator who can build trust across internal and external partners (bookkeepers, auditors and governmental authorities)
• Exceptional financial modeling, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• You\u2019re hands-on and thrive in a fast-moving, small-team environment
• You are fluent in English and German. French is a bonus
• You\u2019re ideally based in Berlin, Hamburg or Paris

HOW WE TAKE CARE OF YOU

Competitive compensation package

Flexible working environment that suits your schedule

Employee stock ownership plan

Flexible vacation because we believe switching off is important

Optional private pension plan with company matching

A collaboration with nilo.health for your mental wellbeing

Your own Dance subscription for an ebike or emoped

A highly reduced monthly Dance subscription for your plus one

Did we just describe you? Let us know by sending over a CV and portfolio, with an outline of what motivates you most about becoming part of Dance. Even if you don\u2019t meet all the requirements, we would still encourage you to apply!

Come and experience a unique culture, where you can work alongside exceptionally talented people and move us towards more livable cities.

LOCATION

• Hybrid Berlin, Paris or Remote, Berlin, Germany