Head of Finance (m/f/d)

OHB SE; Augsburg; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company in Augsburg is seeking a Head of Finance to manage financial planning and reporting. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in finance within industrial sectors, fluent in both English and German. This role offers flexible working hours, home office options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Leistungen

30 days of annual leave plus additional leave days

Flexible working hours

Home office option

Access to fitness app WellPass

Free parking for cars and bikes

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of professional finance experience in Germany, preferably in industrial or technical sectors.
• Proven experience in setting up reporting and liquidity management systems.
• Experience with accounting for development projects in technical environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead financial processes including budgeting, planning, forecasting, and reporting.
• Drive fundraising efforts, including preparing pitch decks and business case modeling.
• Oversee development and improvement of cost centers and accounting structures.
• Manage liquidity planning and cash flow for financial stability.
• Provide strategic insights to enhance financial performance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Financial Planning

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Fluent in English and German

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Join us to revolutionize space services and enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

For temporary employment of 24 months, Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg is seeking a

Head of Finance (m/f/d)

Are you passionate about space, innovation, and shaping the future of commercial spaceflight? At Rocket Factory Augsburg AG, we aim to revolutionize access to space through cost-efficient and reliable micro-launchers. To support our growth, we seek a Head of Finance to ensure robust financial planning, reporting, and controlling. The ideal candidate will manage financial systems, improve processes, and support business performance, acting as a trusted partner to management and operational teams.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead financial processes including budgeting, planning, forecasting, year-end closures, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Drive fundraising efforts, including preparing pitch decks, business case modeling, due diligence, and investor presentations.
• Oversee development and improvement of cost centers, accounting structures, and controlling systems.
• Manage liquidity planning and cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Coordinate tax-related matters across European sites.
• Support project delivery through project controlling and monitoring financial KPIs.
• Identify and resolve financial and business risks, uncovering opportunities for improvement.
• Provide strategic insights to enhance financial performance, operational efficiency, and shareholder value.

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional finance experience in Germany, preferably in industrial or technical sectors.
• Proven experience in setting up reporting, liquidity management, and controlling systems.
• Experience with accounting for development projects in technical/industrial environments.
• Fluent in English and German (spoken and written).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
• Structured, solution-oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proven leadership skills with a collaborative, trustworthy, and empathetic approach.
• Motivation to optimize processes and add value in a growth environment.

What We Offer

• Experience life in an international, dynamic New Space startup.
• Flexible working hours tailored to your needs.
• Full-time employees benefit from 1 day/week home office.
• Access to WellPass, a fitness app connecting you to gyms and studios.
• 30 days of annual leave plus additional leave days.
• Join our company and team events, becoming part of the RFA family.
• Free parking for cars and bikes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on an exciting challenge and be part of Europe's leading private space company. Work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and accelerate your professional and personal growth.

Ready to make history with us? Apply now! We welcome applications in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources

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