Chief Financial Officer (m/f/d) - Munich

About Speexx:

Speexx is the platform for people development. Combining cutting-edge AI technology with world-class coaches, Speexx delivers digital business coaching and language training services for global workforces. Since 2012, Speexx has helped over 1500 international clients level up their organization's professional development and received over 200 prestigious accolades from top tier publications like G2 , Fosway , and TIME Magazine for our best-in-class product. Together with our diverse network of trainers, coaches, and full-time Speexxies, we are building the future of learning and development, and this is just the start.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance leader with a digital mindset and proven experience in growth-driven VC/PE companies. Key responsibilities include developing a financing strategy for exponential growth to seize market opportunities, managing financial planning, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and maintaining relationships with investors.

The ideal candidate also has experience working in a global matrix organization. If you're an experienced communicator and team leader, you might be exactly who we're looking for!

What You Will Do:

Your responsibilities include:

Financing/External Representation and Communication

• A good communicator and commercial visionary who can convey Speexx's strengths to stakeholders-investors, auditors, consultants, regulators, capital providers, and employees. Communicating financial results and KPIs, addressing capital structure issues or M&A opportunities, preparing and executing growth financing rounds, and reaching IPO readiness.
• Treasury
• Debt & Equity Capital Markets
• Investor Relations
• Credit Agency Relationship

Business/Operational Finance

• Promoting operational excellence and supporting strategic decisions in company growth, acting as a strategic partner in various functional/divisional aspects of the business, while implementing the metrics, systems, and processes for efficient decision-making to take the company to the next level.
• Strategic Corporate Development
• Budgeting (investment and operational budgets at regular intervals)
• Forecasts & Analysis
• Management Reporting / KPI / MIS
• Cost Competitiveness
• Business Partnership
• Financial Management of Subsidiaries and Overseas Operations
• Employee Benefit Plans

Accounting/Controlling/Compliance

• Managing financial activities in compliance with GAAP and general regulations (such as Sox) set by regulatory authorities in all areas with local subsidiaries, including fraud prevention and financial disclosure. Identifying trends related to risks and opportunities.
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger
• Taxes
• Risk Management
• Internal Audit

What We Are Looking For:

• Forward-thinking and strategic, acting as a strategic partner to the CEO and a business partner to the organization to create value. Hands-on and operational, often handling multiple functions simultaneously and overseeing additional areas beyond finance. Entrepreneurial mindset with a pragmatic approach and a clear, timely communication style. A clear vision of what constitutes a top-class finance organization and how to create value through growth.
• 7+ years of experience as a CFO/Finance Director, experience with Growth VC/PE IR
• Leadership of a B2B/SaaS company during rapid growth up to a revenue of €100M with the complexity of international operations, ideally including exit/IPO
• A degree in accounting, finance, or a relevant field, an MBA is advantageous
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance law and risk management
• Excellent skills in data analysis and forecasting methods
• Experience in compliance, audit, and corporate governance
• CPA is a strong advantage
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Additional experience with M&A or ERP system implementation is an advantage
• Fluent in English and German, international experience
• Location: Preferably at Speexx's headquarters in Munich. Speexx offices in Paris, Pavia, or Madrid are also possible.

Your Benefits:

At Speexx, we're all about empowering people-and that includes YOU! Here are the perks you can enjoy with us:

• Flexible working hours: We don't believe that a rigid 9-to-5 schedule is the best path to a healthy work-life balance. So, we give you the flexibility to do your best work in a way that suits you and your team.
• Hybrid office models: Sometimes you need to work from home, take care of a family member, or just need a change of scenery. That's why we offer flexible hybrid work models.
• International team: You'll work in a diverse, agile environment with colleagues from offices around the world, including Munich, Madrid, Pavia, Rome, Paris, and Shanghai.
• Culture of learning: Dive deep into our Speexx Academy, participate in our global mentoring program, internal workshops, or external training sessions.
• Outstanding language training: Learn a new language or improve existing skills with our Speexx platform. Your friends and family can also enjoy a discount on our world-class language training.
• Wellbeing initiatives: Take advantage of a discounted Urban Sports Club membership, free yoga classes at the Munich office, and 30 days of vacation plus public holidays (including Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve).
• Mobility budget: Receive a monthly commuter budget of €60 for regional trains, city transport, bike costs, and more.
• Pension support: Receive a 15% contribution to your German pension account (bAV).

Our Hiring Adjustments & Experience:

At Speexx, we are looking for people with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences who can further enrich our culture. Even if you don't meet all the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Don't let imposter syndrome or a lack of confidence hold you back from shining! Just like our tailored learning solutions, our recruitment process isn't "one-size-fits-all." Let us know if you need any adjustments during the hiring process! We look forward to hearing from you!