Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Project A Ventures

51-200

Germany

## **About the Job**

We're looking for an experience VP of Finance (m/f/d) to join the Finance team and develop its financial function and cash management strategies.

In your day-to-day work, you'll focus on streamlining the financial trajectory of the company, driving efficient working capital management, and effectively engaging with investors to secure the necessary funding for growth and innovation.

Join our portfolio company: Founded in 2021 with its HQ in Berlin/Germany, the company runs a trailblazing marketplace that redefines one of the largest supply chains on earth. The company’s mission is to unlock the vast potential of cross-border supply for the Western Market by providing global access to high-quality products through their innovative platform. Since the launch in January 2022, the firm has operated discreetly with no public profile or media coverage while it has already successfully served hundreds of companies.

## **In this role, you’ll:**

* Build and scale the company’s finance function in Accounting, Financial planning & analysis, controlling, tax, and cash management
* Build the organisational, analytical, and financial frameworks and heartbeat of the company through improved customer economics insights, KPI management & reporting and budget process implementation
* Determine the appropriate business objectives, budgeting/planning process and associated metrics with the founders and investors and ensure they align with the strategic and operational plans
* Mentor, develop and supplement talent in the finance function to support expansion
* Provide insightfully and trusted counsel to the founders, peers, and investors on both financial and broader business topics
* Play a pivotal role in shaping the financial trajectory of the company, driving efficient working capital management, and effectively engaging with investors to secure the necessary funding for growth and innovation
* Create a compelling equity story, present financial aspects to investors, engage in Q&A, and lead due diligence efforts
* Enhance the current slate of tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the founders, executive team and the Board and make recommendations on strategy, operations and risk management

## **Your Profile**

* Significant experience as Head of, VP or CFO with proven success in leading a variety of finance disciplines (FP&A, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Compliance and Risk Management)
* Venture Capital ownership experience, managing stakeholders (partners and investors) and representing the organisation towards customers and investors
* Prior experience in managing international, sizable, cross-functional teams, executing at pace and building scalable systems and processes to deliver against aggressive revenue targets
* Experience in Investment banking or top consulting firms
* Demonstrable track record of strong financial leadership, ensuring best practices of accounting and reporting
* Hunger to succeed within a commercially led operating environment, with core experience anchored in finance but with the commercial instinct to drive value and performance in the wider business
* Able to set clear goals, devise plans, attend to appropriate details, meet deadlines, and inspire others to move in an established direction
* Able to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships to drive business and create teams
* High levels of energy with the ability to motivate and drive teams, engendering a culture of teamwork
* Someone who thrives in a multifaceted and at times very hands-on role

Please note that we are looking for support in the **Berlin** office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work within the EU is required as well.

## **Benefits and Perks**

* Fulfil a role with entrepreneurial freedom and take a pre-validated business model to the next level
* Join an experienced founding team of serial and 2nd time founders
* Attractive base and bonus compensation program
* Collaboration with top tier investors and angles (incl. various unicorn founders) as well as leading market experts

Apply below and become a part of our success story!

## Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

_Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application._

Employee

<h2 id="about-the-job"><strong>About the Job</strong></h2>
<p>We&#39;re looking for an experience VP of Finance (m/f/d) to join the Finance team and develop its financial function and cash management strategies.</p>
<p>In your day-to-day work, you&#39;ll focus on streamlining the financial trajectory of the company, driving efficient working capital management, and effectively engaging with investors to secure the necessary funding for growth and innovation.</p>
<p>Join our portfolio company: Founded in 2021 with its HQ in Berlin/Germany, the company runs a trailblazing marketplace that redefines one of the largest supply chains on earth. The company’s mission is to unlock the vast potential of cross-border supply for the Western Market by providing global access to high-quality products through their innovative platform. Since the launch in January 2022, the firm has operated discreetly with no public profile or media coverage while it has already successfully served hundreds of companies.</p>
<h2 id="in-this-role-youll"><strong>In this role, you’ll:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Build and scale the company’s finance function in Accounting, Financial planning &amp; analysis, controlling, tax, and cash management</li>
<li>Build the organisational, analytical, and financial frameworks and heartbeat of the company through improved customer economics insights, KPI management &amp; reporting and budget process implementation</li>
<li>Determine the appropriate business objectives, budgeting/planning process and associated metrics with the founders and investors and ensure they align with the strategic and operational plans</li>
<li>Mentor, develop and supplement talent in the finance function to support expansion</li>
<li>Provide insightfully and trusted counsel to the founders, peers, and investors on both financial and broader business topics</li>
<li>Play a pivotal role in shaping the financial trajectory of the company, driving efficient working capital management, and effectively engaging with investors to secure the necessary funding for growth and innovation</li>
<li>Create a compelling equity story, present financial aspects to investors, engage in Q&amp;A, and lead due diligence efforts</li>
<li>Enhance the current slate of tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the founders, executive team and the Board and make recommendations on strategy, operations and risk management</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="your-profile"><strong>Your Profile</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Significant experience as Head of, VP or CFO with proven success in leading a variety of finance disciplines (FP&amp;A, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Compliance and Risk Management)</li>
<li>Venture Capital ownership experience, managing stakeholders (partners and investors) and representing the organisation towards customers and investors</li>
<li>Prior experience in managing international, sizable, cross-functional teams, executing at pace and building scalable systems and processes to deliver against aggressive revenue targets</li>
<li>Experience in Investment banking or top consulting firms</li>
<li>Demonstrable track record of strong financial leadership, ensuring best practices of accounting and reporting</li>
<li>Hunger to succeed within a commercially led operating environment, with core experience anchored in finance but with the commercial instinct to drive value and performance in the wider business</li>
<li>Able to set clear goals, devise plans, attend to appropriate details, meet deadlines, and inspire others to move in an established direction</li>
<li>Able to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships to drive business and create teams</li>
<li>High levels of energy with the ability to motivate and drive teams, engendering a culture of teamwork</li>
<li>Someone who thrives in a multifaceted and at times very hands-on role</li>
</ul>
<p>Please note that we are looking for support in the <strong>Berlin</strong> office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work within the EU is required as well.</p>
<h2 id="benefits-and-perks"><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Fulfil a role with entrepreneurial freedom and take a pre-validated business model to the next level</li>
<li>Join an experienced founding team of serial and 2nd time founders</li>
<li>Attractive base and bonus compensation program</li>
<li>Collaboration with top tier investors and angles (incl. various unicorn founders) as well as leading market experts</li>
</ul>
<p>Apply below and become a part of our success story!</p>
<h2 id="our-commitment-to-diversity-and-inclusion">Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</h2>
<p><em>Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.</em></p>


VP of Finance (m/f/d)

Finance Manager (m/w/d)

Project A Ventures logo

Google {privacyLink} and {termsLink} apply.

Benefits

Media

We don't have any open positions at the moment

No available jobs

Offices

Open positions

Values

Videos

Do you have a question?

Spontaneous Application

We’ll send a link to this job to your email.

No time? Just apply later

We are reviewing your account. Once our managers approve it, candidates will be able to apply for this job.

Changes are not visible until you publish your job.

This is a preview of your job ad.

Interested?

The job {jobTitle} was archived or the deadline has passed.

This job is no longer available

Recruiting Team

Our other open positions

We no longer accept spontaneous applications

Are you a talented professional seeking your next career adventure? At {companyName}, we appreciate proactive individuals who can bring a fresh perspective to our team.

While we may not have an immediate job opening that precisely matches your needs, your distinctive experiences and talents might be an excellent fit for us in the future.

To submit your spontaneous application, please use the application form on the right to upload your CV and cover letter. Ensure that you mention your desired position in the cover letter.

Rest assured, our dedicated recruiting team will reach out to you once they identify a role that aligns perfectly with your skills and aspirations.

How to apply

Looking for a job at {companyName}? JOIN works directly with {companyName} to bring you all their open positions. Apply now with JOIN.com.

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse all open positions and become part of our team! Open positions: {jobsCount}

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse our open jobs and join us! We currently have {jobsCount} available jobs. Step up your career and apply today!

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse all our open positions and become part of our team! We have currently {jobsCount} jobs available. Apply today to join us!

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse all open positions and become part of our team! We are currently looking for {jobsCount} additions to our company. Apply today!

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse all open positions and become part of our growing team! We are currently looking for {jobsCount} additions to our company. Apply today!

Jobs at {companyName}. Browse all our open positions and become part of our growing team! We are currently looking for {jobsCount} additions to our company. Apply today!

Browse all our open positions and become part of our team! We are looking for {jobsCount} additions to our company. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

No suitable positions available at {companyName}? Don't wait! Submit a spontaneous job application today and unlock your career possibilities tomorrow.