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

Alpine Eagle; Karlsruhe; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A fast-growing aerospace company in Karlsruhe is seeking a Junior Financial Controller to support its finance operations. The role involves preparing financial reports, processing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with financial software. Candidates should have a degree in finance, a minimum of 2 years' experience, and be fluent in both German and English. This is an excellent opportunity for growth in an international environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a controlling role.
• Experience in a startup or international business environment is preferred.
• Experience as a working student counts.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial data for submission.
• Process accounts payable transactions accurately.
• Maintain overview of vendor agreements and assess cash flow implications.
• Ensure compliance and optimization of financial software.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for financial oversight.
• Develop and maintain Finance Processes.
• Coordinate all mandatory submissions.

Kenntnisse

Advanced skills in Excel

Business-fluent German

Business-fluent English

Attention to details

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Datev Unternehmen Online

Financial software tools

Jobbeschreibung

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 motivated Junior Financial Controller to support the day‑to‑day operations and compliance of our finance function. In this hands‑on role, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth financial processes and help building up accurate reportings.

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

• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial data for submission to the external accounting and tax advisory firm.
• 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 to support financial oversight.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Finance Processes.
• Ensure timely completion and coordination of all mandatory monthly, quarterly, and annual submissions. Act as the primary liaison for the exchange of required data and documentation.

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What you need to be successful:

• Degree in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a controlling role, ideally within a startup or international business environment. Experience as working student does count for us!
• Advanced skills in Excel, Google Sheets, Datev Untenrnehmen Online, experience in financial software tools.
• Strong attention to details and results.
• 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.