Are you ready to save the planet
We will help prevent a climate crisis by freeing the world from fossil fuels. Our breakthrough direct air capture technology captures CO2 from the atmosphere and produces hydrogen in parallel.
The clock is ticking. What are you waiting for
Our goals are ambitious. We need people who are inspired and motivated to turn these aspirations into reality; to grow and develop with us.
At Greenlyte Carbon Technologies you will be a very early joiner in the finance team and will have the potential to see the wholistic finance organization of a growing startup.
Most likely your role will develop into FP&A/Controlling and Corporate Finance midterm.
How youll contribute
- Support financial planning budgeting and forecasting
- Prepare regular financial reports and management presentations
- Analyze financial KPIs and provide actionable recommendations
- Assist with cash flow planning and liquidity management
- Supportmonthly closing and ongoing accounting to maintain realtime accuracy
- Improve and optimize financial processes and tools
- Contribute to thecompanys financing strategy (equity and debt financing)
- Support investor relations and fundraising activities
- Collaborate withexternal partners (e.g. banks tax advisors)
Your first 12 months in the role: expectations and deliverables
Month 03
- Own ongoing accounting procedures and identify areas for improvement
- Gain deep understanding of financial data on a costcenter level
- Automate internal reporting structures
Months 36- Own financial modeling for internal & external use cases
- Conduct financial performance reviews with the leadership team independently
- Implement quickwin process improvements
Months 612
- Contribute to financial IT system implementations such as a potential ERP system
- Act as a key financial partner and substitute for the VP Finance when needed
About you
35 years of experience in Controlling FP&A or Corporate Finance ideally in a startup or fastgrowing company
Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance Business Administration or a related field (CFA or MBA is a plus)
Strong analytical skills and experience with financial modeling
Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets BI tools and ERP systems
Entrepreneurial mindset handson mentality and strong problemsolving skills
Excellent English and at least German language level C1
Bonus
Basic knowledge of IFRS or HGB
Experience in working with investors and banks
What we offer
- 30 days vacation plus public holidays to ensure you also have the down time needed to rest and recharge
- The possibility to grow and shape your role
- Working with founders who understand and invest time in the importance of building a healthy and sustainable organization
- Open and transparent communication on company development
Noteworthy points
This role cannot be done fully remotely. We offer a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 working days in our headquarter in Essen.
Ready to make an impact
If this sounds like the challenge youve been looking for apply now and send us your CV! We look forward to hearing from you.
About us
GCT was founded in September 2022 with the ambition to develop a lowcost robust Direct Air Capture technology that captures CO2 at worldleading energy rates whilst supplying hydrogen as a byproduct. The companys technology is based on 15 years of research and has been proven at various scales. Since its founding the company raised 20million Euros in funding from leading venture capitalists and renowned business angels.
Required Experience:
Manager