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About our client

Our client is a leading early-stage venture capital fund with a strong focus on climate technologies in Northern Europe. The firm invests in high-impact companies driving the energy transition, industrial decarbonisation, and climate adaptation. Backed by institutional investors and reputable European family offices, the fund has already closed a EUR 170 million vehicle and supports a growing portfolio of category-defining companies. As an Article 9 SFDR-aligned fund, the firm is committed to measurable carbon removal at scale. To further strengthen its financial operations and enable sustainable growth, the fund is seeking a Finance & Operations Manager to join its team. The role is based in Berlin, Germany.

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What the job involves

• Partner with the CFO to help shape scalable and robust financial structures while remaining hands-on in day-to-day execution
• Contribute to fund operations, including cash flow planning, treasury management, investor commitments, capital calls, and distributions
• Assist with investor reporting and ensure high-quality delivery of LP communications
• Take ownership of end-to-end finance processes (bookkeeping, invoices, expenses, payments) and support monthly/annual closings in collaboration with external tax advisors
• Support compliance procedures covering KYC/AML, regulatory filings, and fund documentation
• Work closely with auditors, fund administrators, tax, and legal advisors during reviews and audits
• Improve and streamline operational processes through optimization of tools such as DATEV, Affinity CRM, and financial tracking systems
• Gather financial data from portfolio companies to support reporting dashboards and strategic initiatives

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Who we are looking for

• University degree in business administration, finance, or a related field
• Several years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or fund operations (e.g. VC/PE firm, Big4, fund administrator, or family office)
• Solid understanding of fund structures, LP commitments, and capital call workflows is a strong plus
• Proficiency in DATEV or similar accounting tools; strong Excel/Google Sheets skills highly desirable
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as AIFMD, KVGs, or BaFin advantageous
• Hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with strong ownership and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing recurring finance processes while handling ad-hoc requests with agility
• Interest in venture capital, technology, or sustainability ecosystems welcome
• Willingness to work regularly from the Berlin office
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Fluent in German and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages