Head of Finance Manager (m / w / d, hybrid in Berlin)

Overview

As Head of Finance at jameda you are the financial steward and strategic business partner for our operations. You own the full financial agenda: steering planning forecasting and cash flow management. You serve as a critical advisor to the CEO and the German leadership team. This is a high-impact role at the heart of jameda's business journey blending hands-on financial excellence with strategic influence. You’ll lead a talented team, drive cross-functional alignment and ensure data-driven decision-making at every level. You’ll be part of the jameda Management Team reporting directly to Constanze (CEO Germany) with a dotted line to Gervasio (Global VP Finance).

How would you be impacting our mission

• Demonstrated success in driving financial performance, operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.
• Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing Finance teams across multiple disciplines (FP&A, Controlling, Accounting, Treasury, Procurement).
• Expertise in designing and implementing financial systems, processes and automation to support scalable growth.
• Strong command of financial planning, forecasting and budgeting across complex and dynamic business environments.
• Experience supporting business model innovation, pricing strategies and investment analysis.
• Sound knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB) and regulatory frameworks with fluency in IFRS being a plus.

Qualifications

What Will Help You Succeed

• MBA or similar university degree with specialization in Finance.
• 8 years of professional experience, at least 2 years leading a team.
• Experienced in FP&A, Accounting and Controlling. Proficiency in scenario modeling and risk-adjusted planning.
• Hands-on experience with finance systems such as DATEV, Netsuite or Pigment.
• Knowledge of BI tools such as Looker, Tableau, Superset and Excel / Google Sheets wizardry.
• Strong ability to interpret data and connect it to financial outcomes.
• Native German, fluent English language skills.
• Team player collaborating effectively with business functions such as Marketing, Sales and CCS.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and commercial ability to drive results through financial leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills capable of working with senior leadership and stakeholders across all functions.
• Proactive hands-on leader with a high degree of ownership and accountability.
• Data-driven mindset and continuous improvement orientation; adept at identifying risks and opportunities.
• High integrity, discretion and a clear sense of responsibility in managing sensitive financial information.
• Adaptability in fast-changing entrepreneurial global environments.

This role will be based in our Berlin office (min 2 days in office / week).

Hiring & Benefits

What to Expect from Our Hiring Process We like to keep things transparent and efficient. Here’s what the process usually looks like (though it might vary slightly depending on the role):

• Intro Chat: A first call with our Talent Partner to explore mutual fit around relevant skills, value alignment and motivation.
• Hiring Manager Interview: A deeper dive into your experience and aspirations with your future manager who you’ll be reporting to in this role. Take this chance to ask anything on your mind; it’s just as much about making sure we’re the right fit for you too.
• Business Case: Dedicated prep time to showcase your problem-solving and strategic thinking followed by a collaborative session with the hiring manager and team to walk through your findings together.
• Final Interview: with the team.
• References & Offer.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Global Benefits: No matter where you are you’ll have access to healthcare insurance, wellness programs, time off and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) after 6 months.
• Local Perks: Depending on your location you will be entitled to local benefits like meal vouchers, transport allowances or extended parental leave.
• Career Growth: Lots of chances to learn, develop and explore new paths, whether within your team or through cross-functional projects.
• A Truly Global Team: Work with talented people from all over the world in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Flexibility That Works for You: Remote work and flexible hours; the extent depends on your role and team. Offices in Munich, Barcelona, Warsaw, Curitiba, Rio de Janeiro, Mexico City, Bogotá, and Bologna.

Please note: At this time we are not able to sponsor visas for this position. To apply you must already have the legal right to work in your country of residence or the location of the role.

What We Believe In

At Docplanner our values guide everything we do:

Focus on results. Think like an owner. Keep it simple, keep it lean. Be respectful and radically honest. Learn and be curious.

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We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We welcome applicants from all walks of life regardless of gender, disability or background and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

Remote Work: Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

AutoCAD 3D, Business Travel, CAD CAM, ABAP, Management Administration, Manufacturing

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1