Head of Finance (m/f/d)

Team Europe is the technology investment company of tech entrepreneur Lukasz Gadowski.

Our mission is to deliver a better future via technology.
Our main areas of interest are Digital Technologies, Clean Aviation & Clean Energy.
Our core portfolio consists of Spreadshirt, Volocopter, Bird, Miles Mobility, Enpal and one undisclosed energy company.

We are supporters and minority shareholders in about 20 more private digital/ tech companies. Right now we are spending a lot of time in the future of aviation and clean energy. In those sectors, we invest across all stages.

We are looking for a Head of Finance to run all finance and operational aspects of Team Europe and be a pivotal part of growing total Assets under Management (AUM). Among others, you will take over responsibility of annual accounts, asset tracking and -growth trajectory, and operations. You will become a trusted and supported partner and the go-to-person for the operations, being able to challenge the overall strategy and making sure it is in line with the operative viability.

Your responsibilities include

• Oversight of all financial reporting and controlling
• Transaction support, including commercial input into investment terms
• Cash Flow management and treasury
• Set up and provide comprehensive KPI reporting to the CEO
• Financial planning and analysis as required
• Leadership of existing operations team and expanding the team where needed
• Providing support for portfolio companies as required

To be successful in the role, you should have 

• 7 + years of professional experience and at least 2 years as a Head of Finance / auditor / controller of an investment company / startup / VC
• Outstanding analytical skills and a strong drive to structure information
• A strong people leader / Experience managing small, ideally multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with German law, accounting standards and taxes
• Entrepreneurial mindset and previous involvement in entrepreneurial environments
• Expertise with various asset classes (VC, equities, PE, real estate) is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in German and English

What we offer

• Team Europe powers a network of companies with a broad reach, extensive resources and exceptional people
• Fast-paced work environment, low hierarchies and a competitive compensation package
• A workplace based on trust, empowerment and feedback
• A positive and inspiring working atmosphere
• Chance to have real impact on the success story of the company
• Modern office with a terrace in the middle of Berlin
• Opportunity to work remote and flexible working hours
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills