(Senior) Financial Controller at Plan A

Plan A has set itself the ambitious goal to support businesses around the globe to decarbonise and deliver on their climate objectives, using science and technology. We offer a software for decarbonisation and ESG reporting capabilities, that enables businesses of the likes of BMW, Mollie, Sorare, GANNI, Chloé and N26, to successfully manage their net zero journey. Building and growing Plan A has been only possible thanks to our ever-expanding team across Europe.

We're looking for a Financial Controller to join our growing Finance team and unravel the challenges of climate change together. If our mission is aligned with your values and personal goals, we want to get to know you!

Your responsibilities

At Plan A, you'll be working with hundreds of companies to successfully manage their net zero journey and ESG reporting. Having recently set solid foundations by insourcing the accounting function, the Finance team is ready to move on to the next step in building out its controlling function and professionalising its internal business partnering practices. You will have the following responsibilities:

 

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with German accounting standards (HGB).
• Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans. Monitor and analyse actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Conduct financial analysis, including profitability analysis, cost analysis, and trend analysis, to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Assisting the CFO in creating the financial strategy of the business.
• Manage and forecast cash flows to ensure adequate liquidity for day-to-day operations and capital investments.
• Ensure compliance with German tax regulations, prepare and file tax returns, and manage relationships with external tax advisors.
• Develop and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Coordinate and manage annual financial audits, liaising with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support.
• Stay current with German financial regulations and accounting standards, ensuring the company's adherence to all relevant laws and regulations.
• Continuously improve and optimise financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing financial guidance and support on various projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial control, accounting, or finance management.
• Strong knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB) and tax regulations, IFRS is a big plus.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Google Sheets, Excel, ERP systems such as Xero, Datev, or else).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• ACCA, CIMA, CPA or other relevant qualification is a plus.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Options (VSOP)
• Company pension
• Discounts and benefits are available through the Plan A Corporate Benefits Platform and FutureBens, an online portfolio offering a variety of sustainability brands.
• Monthly team activities, company on- and offsite, and weekly team in-person gatherings on a Thursday evening
• Dog-friendly office
• Flexibility to work remotely, in-office, or a bit of both
• 28 vacation days per year, 30 days working-from-anywhere, 1 volunteering day per year, plus annual educational leave and sabbatical leave

 

What you can expect from Plan A

 

• Contribution to a bigger purpose! Push the needle on climate action by contributing to the success of our carbon management and ESG software! 
• We value collaboration over competition. You will become part of a cooperative and cross-functional environment, where we value sharing knowledge and best practices.
• We are always growing and so are you. We support you with “My Plan A” , your personalised career journey, in hitting your professional development goals and your vision for life.
• Enjoy the perks of remote work but always feel free to join us in our office in Berlin Kreuzberg.

 

Intro

Plan A has set itself the ambitious goal to decarbonise a million businesses within the next few years, using science and technology. We offer a software for decarbonisation and ESG reporting capabilities, that enables businesses of the likes of BMW, Mollie, Sorare, GANNI, Chloé and N26, to successfully manage their net zero journey. Building and growing Plan A has been only possible thanks to our ever-expanding team across Europe.

We believe that companies have the power to pave the way to a more sustainable future and exist to help fast-acting businesses build a decarbonised and sustainable economy. We do this by providing a digital platform for companies to reduce their environmental impact, engage their employees and create ESG reporting. Plan A’s platform combines data processing power with a team of scientists to guide companies. We are based across Europe and were founded in 2017.

 

Our Values

At Plan A we live by our values, using them as a compass in all areas of our work and communication!

• We empower. Progressing for the better by taking action with peers and stakeholders.
• We collaborate. Connecting the dots together and tackling our complex mission with courage.
• We are positive. Embracing kindness and self-reflection with an optimistic attitude.
• We walk the talk. Acting as a role model by balancing people, planet & profit, sustainably.
• We are pioneers. Leading the way with a science-based approach to deliver solutions to the climate crisis.

 

At Plan A, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages you to be you. We believe that businesses should represent the world we want to live in, so we encourage applications from people of different ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and physical or neurodiversity. We value the contribution you bring, regardless of where it comes from, and look forward to your application!