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About our client

Our client is an innovative cleantech firm transforming plastic waste into high-value green oil and feedstock. With their first Germany based production site fully approved and operational, the company has three additional sites under construction and is preparing for national and international expansion. Backed by an experienced industrial and PE-oriented leadership team, the firm is focused on providing sustainable alternatives to conventional oil production for major industry players. The role is based in Munich, Germany.

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What the job involves

• Develop and implement financial strategies, data based decision making structures and corresponding analysis and reporting tools aligned with growth objectives, ensuring robust planning and forecasting
• Develop and oversee all accounting functions, ensure IFRS-compliant reporting and manage tax structures efficiently
• Build business plans, financial reporting and steering tools, financial models, and ROI analyses to support expansion projects and fundraising initiatives
• Lead discussions with investors, including private equity partners, and support fundraising initiatives
• Analyse financial progress and investment efficiency for current and upcoming production plants
• Partner with the CEO, Board and operational teams to enable optimisation of cost structures, production efficiency and data-driven decision-making
• Represent the company in negotiations with strategic partners and international stakeholders
• Leverage plant data and analytics tools, including Power BI, to enhance reporting, monitor anomalies, and drive operational efficiency

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Who we are looking for

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, or relevant field 
• Several years of track record in financial leadership, ideally with industrial, project financing, or private equity exposure
• Experience in startup or growth-stage manufacturing operations is advantageous
• Strong foundation in accounting, IFRS, tax structures, and financial modelling (ideally with background in Big4 audit firm in either tax or audit)
• Advanced knowledge of reporting tools (Power BI, Excel) and data-driven decision-making
• Entrepreneurial, strategic, and hands-on with a problem-solving mindset. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on efficiency and impact
• Ability to develop and mentor a growing finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate operational data into financial insight
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Capable of interacting with investors, regulators, and industry partners
• Fluency in written and spoken German and English