Head of Finance (gn) @ DeepTech Startup, Munich

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Welcome at tozero, Europe's leading deep-tech startup specializing in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries. Committed to accelerating decarbonization and transforming the material life-cycle, we’re actively crafting sustainable recycling solutions for a cleaner and more innovative future.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You will be responsible for a finance function that can handle growth - and we promise, this will be big and impactful. You will provide us with strategic foresight on all things finance and cash management ensuring smooth operations.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Shape and steer our financial vision, designing strategies that meet today’s needs while positioning us for long-term growth

• Head financial operations across the company, from budgeting, forecasting, and cash management to analysis and accounting - while being hands-on in the early stages to establish solid foundations

• Drive non-equity financing efforts, securing CAPEX funding and project financing, and building strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and grant providers

• Act as the lead partner to the CEO and leadership team on financial strategy, while also preparing insightful reports for the advisory board

• Provide oversight of budgeting and performance management, creating transparency through effective reporting tools, KPIs, and dashboards

• Guide process improvements and operational efficiency projects, leveraging financial data and insights to support decision-making

• Ensure compliance and governance by overseeing the control environment, audits, and tax matters in collaboration with external advisors

YOUR PROFILE

• Proven experience in non-equity financing for CAPEX and/or project financing, with the ability to engage directly with banks, project financiers, and funding partners

• Strong track record in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

• Strategic thinker with the ability to design and execute financial strategies that align with the company’s growth vision

• Comfortable taking a hands-on FinOps role initially, setting up systems and processes before scaling the finance function and building a team

• Skilled in stakeholder management, with effectiveness in collaborating across teams and engaging diverse financiers, advisors, and partners

• Energetic and positive approach to Finance & Strategy, seeing them as enablers of growth rather than back-office functions

• Entrepreneurial mindset, with adaptability to the fast-moving, dynamic nature of the green tech/startup environment

• Several years of experience in financial management, investment banking, project financing, or strategic consulting, ideally complemented by leadership experience in a senior role.

• Fluency in spoken and written English and German

WHY US?

At tozero, we believe in fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can grow and thrive. 

• Free Snacks and Drinks: Stay energized with a variety of snacks and beverages throughout the day.

• Jobticket: Enjoy a fully subsidized Deutschlandticket for convenient commuting across Germany.

• Wellpass: Access to a wide network of gyms, wellness centers, and fitness classes to support your health and well-being.

• Dynamic Startup Environment: Be part of an exciting and fast-paced startup culture, collaborating with experts in the field and contributing to cutting-edge projects that make a real difference in sustainability.

• Built and have an impact: Work on Europe's battery independence and closing the loop to a real circular economy.