Teamlead Accounting & Finance (SaaS)

TL;DR

Teamlead Accounting & Finance (SaaS): Managing financial planning, accounting, and investor reporting for a recruiting software platform with an accent on scaling financial infrastructure and HGB compliance. Focus on driving adoption of AI-powered workflows, managing fundraising due diligence, and leading a finance team.

Location: Hybrid (Berlin, Germany). Relocation support available.

Salary: €80,000 – €100,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a recruiting software company building intuitive, powerful tools to help businesses of all sizes find the right people effortlessly.

What you will do

• Own the financial planning cycle, including budgeting, rolling forecasts, and cash flow planning.
• Lead and oversee the accounting function, ensuring financial close and HGB compliance.
• Manage board-level financial reporting and KPI packages for investor due diligence and financing rounds.
• Drive the adoption of modern financial tooling and AI-powered workflows to increase team efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of two finance and accounting professionals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in financial planning within a SaaS or B2B tech environment.
• Hands-on accounting expertise and solid knowledge of German GAAP (HGB).
• Experience owning investor reporting, board decks, and supporting financing rounds.
• At least 1 year of people management experience with direct reports.
• Fluent in English.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Berlin, Germany (Hybrid).

Nice to have

• Experience with due diligence processes for investment rounds or M&A deals.
• Knowledge of Spanish GAAP / SL structures or Swiss GAAP / OR.
• German language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Apple hardware (MacBook) provided.
• Regular team events, brunches, and quarterly gatherings in Berlin.
• Hybrid policy allowing up to 104 days of remote work per year after probation.
• Relocation support including paperwork, travel, and one month of furnished accommodation.
• Competitive salary tailored to experience level.

Hiring process

• Intro call to evaluate mutual fit.
• Deep dive interview focusing on finance and accounting experience.
• CEO interview regarding strategy, vision, and fit.
• Onsite case study and meeting with the team.