Finanzleitung / Finance Lead (m/w/d) at Fair Trade Power Deutschland GmbH | DE | Rezi

Finanzleitung / Finance Lead (m/w/d) at Fair Trade Power Deutschland GmbH

Finanzleitung / Finance Lead (m/w/d)

Fair Trade Power Deutschland GmbH · DE

3 weeks ago

Finanzleitung / Finance Lead (m/w/d)

Fair Trade Power Deutschland GmbH · DE

a month ago
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About the Role

This role is intentionally designed as a stretch role, emphasizing the candidate's ability to quickly grasp complex concepts, take ownership, and grow with the company. The individual will develop a deep understanding of a modern energy provider's financial and operational functions, acting as a strategic partner rather than a traditional controller.

Responsibilities

  • Take progressive ownership of financial, reporting, and liquidity processes, including cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
  • Act as a business partner to sales and operations, supporting the financial evaluation of new products and providing rapid, data-driven insights for ad-hoc requests.
  • Analyze data flows, maintain a holistic view, and reduce manual dependencies through targeted automation.
  • Translate complex financial concepts into understandable insights, serving as a key contact for management and external partners like tax advisors.

Requirements

  • Must reside in the greater Berlin area for intensive on-site training.
  • Fluent German and English (C1/C2 level) in speaking and writing.
  • 4-10+ years of experience in Finance, Management Accounting, Controlling, or Financial Planning & Analysis.
  • Experience in the energy sector or an agile startup/scale-up environment is a plus.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Excel.
  • Strong affinity for modern system landscapes and a quick understanding of complex data flows.
  • A proactive, hands-on mentality with a solution-oriented approach to a broad range of tasks within a small team.

Skills

  • Excel
  • Data Analysis
  • Financial Reporting
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Working Capital Management
  • Business Partnering
  • Automation
  • Communication

Location

  • Berlin

Work Type

  • Hybrid
  • On-site (for initial training)

Experience Level

  • Mid-level
  • Senior

Benefits

  • Direct influence on a purpose-driven company within a company ownership model.
  • Potential for expanded responsibility (e.g., Head of Finance) as the company grows.
  • Short decision-making paths and close collaboration with management.
  • Flexible hybrid work model after initial on-site training.

About the Company

  • An independent green electricity provider reinvesting surplus profits into the energy transition and the team.
  • Operates with a philosophy of ownership, trust, and transparency, fostering collaboration at eye level.