Senior Finance Manager / VP of Finance

Role Overview

• Own the finance and accounting function end-to-end — from bookkeeping oversight to strategic financial planning.
• Build, maintain, and continuously improve financial models, business plans, and investor reporting.
• Manage multi-entity accounting across jurisdictions (AT, DE, UK, and others), including intercompany transactions and transfer pricing compliance.
• Own liquidity planning and cash flow management — ensure the company always knows where it stands and where it’s headed.
• Liaise with banks and financial institutions for financing, credit lines, and leasing options.
• Lead investor relations activities: preparation of board materials, fundraising support, and ongoing investor communication.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and legal counsel across jurisdictions.
• Drive procurement processes, with a particular focus on medical device sourcing and vendor negotiations.
• Establish and refine internal financial controls, reporting cadences, and approval workflows.
• Serve as the financial conscience of the company — flag risks early, challenge assumptions, and protect the runway.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience leading the finance and/or accounting function of a small, venture-backed company.
• Proven experience managing multi-entity structures across European jurisdictions (AT, DE, UK, etc.), including transfer pricing.
• Strong command of financial modelling, business planning, and investor-facing materials.
• Hands-on experience with liquidity management, cash flow forecasting, and bank relationships.
• Comfortable operating as a one-person department or leading a small team — you’re not waiting for someone to hand you a process.
• Experience with procurement of medical devices or regulated products is a strong plus.
• Educational background in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics.
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent is a plus.
• High ownership mentality — you treat the company’s money like your own.
• Structured, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Fluent in English and German is a must.

Benefits

• AAA-level compensation for AAA-level performance
• Real ownership and impact on company trajectory
• Close collaboration with founders, scientists, and leadership
• A culture of intensity, precision, and accountability
• No fluff. Real outcomes.