Senior Finance Manager (m/f/d) in Quantum Computing Start-Up

Permanent employee, Full-time · Berlin

Your role

Are you passionate about numbers, processes, and strategy? In our dynamic deep-tech environment, you will take full ownership of building and scaling our finance function - from accounting and controlling to budgeting and cash flow management. Join our innovative team in Berlin and bring your financial expertise to the forefront of technological progress.

Your responsibilities

Take the lead in expanding and shaping our finance department, implementing new and improving existing processes
Manage our finance and budgeting software (Finway), oversee approval workflows, and monitor all incoming and outgoing payments
Support our fundraising efforts by creating and updating business plans and financial presentations
Internal Accounting:
- Independently prepare annual budgets, reports, financial calculations, and statistics for internal and external stakeholders
- Provide C-Level with ongoing cash flow monitoring and liquidity forecasts
- Deliver in-depth reports and analyses to support decision-making within the framework of internal controlling
External Accounting:
- Manage the full financial accounting process in close collaboration with our external tax advisors
- Assist with the timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB, and support the preparation of annual tax filings and financial reporting

Your profile

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Taxation, or a comparable field
Several years of experience in finance and accounting, preferably in a start-up environment
Strong expertise in preparing internal financial analyses and reports (controlling) as well as hands-on experience in day-to-day bookkeeping
Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel (ideally including VBA), financial tools like Finway (or similar), and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI is a plus
Strong hands-on mentality with the ability to independently dive deep into complex financial issues and contribute actively to their resolution
Analytical mindset, strong sense of responsibility, excellent communication skills, high self-motivation, commitment, and a strong affinity for numbers
True start-up spirit: innovative, dynamic, driven, and resilient
Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken)

Why join us?

At Kipu Quantum, you have a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology by contributing to one of the most exciting startups in quantum computing. Your work will have a lasting impact as we tackle groundbreaking challenges and redefine what is possible in this cutting-edge field
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, international culture where openness, transparency, and innovation thrive. Here, you will be part of a team that genuinely cares about our work and each other
Your growth matters to us. With ample opportunities for individual development, you can sharpen your skills, advance your career, and explore new horizons within a fast-paced and supportive environment
Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life with our adaptable working hours and remote-friendly options
We also believe in making work life enjoyable. From regular team events that foster connections to perks like contributions toward public transport or shopping vouchers, international remote work opportunities, 30 vacation days per year and more, we are committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive

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Is this you? We hope so!

Are you confident that our mission can’t succeed without YOU on board? Don’t hesitate - submit your application today using our online form! Be sure to include your CV (in English or German), your salary expectations, and your earliest possible start date. Have questions or want to discuss the role in more detail? Reach out to Svenja Anderer, our Lead People & Culture at Kipu Quantum. We’d love to hear from you!

WEB. https://kipu-quantum.com/career/
MAIL. hr@kipu-quantum.com
MOBILE. 0049 172 399 5868
KARLSRUHE OFFICE. Kipu Quantum GmbH, Roonstraße 23a, 76137 Karlsruhe
BERLIN OFFICE. Kipu Quantum GmbH, Greifswalder Str. 212, 10405 Berlin

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About us

Kipu Quantum is a German startup focused on quantum computing, with offices in Karlsruhe and Berlin. We specialize in developing quantum algorithms tailored for specific applications and hardware. Our solutions help various industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, logistics, and finance, to tackle complex problems using existing quantum hardware. We aim to make practical quantum computing accessible by significantly reducing the time needed to achieve quantum advantage for real-world applications.

In December 2023, Kipu Quantum secured €10.5 million in seed funding, led by HV Capital and DTCF (DeepTech & Climate Fonds), with participation from Entrada Ventures, Quantonation, and First Momentum Ventures. This funding will support the development of our hardware-specific quantum algorithms and accelerate the commercialization of our quantum solutions.

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Kindly complete the short form below. If you encounter any issues uploading your data, please don't hesitate to contact Svenja Anderer, Lead People & Culture at Kipu: hr@kipu-quantum.com