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Head / Director of Finance (m/f/d)

HOLY Energy

HOLY Energy

Accounting & Finance
Posted 6+ months ago
About HOLY
  • HOLY is the soft drink revolution: With our powdered drinks HOLY Energy®, HOLY Hydration®, and HOLY Iced Tea®, you get amazing taste while maintaining a good conscience - for your body & the environment.
  • Already more than 600,000 customers: Started in a shared apartment, since April 2021, we have already saved over 30 million plastic bottles - and our community, the HOLY Squad, loves it: 4.7 stars on Trustpilot speak for themselves.
  • From D2C to Global Omni Channel: In less than three years, we've profitably scaled HOLY to more than 50M€ in revenue exclusively online. Now, we are on the journey to become a Global Omnichannel brand from a pure D2C model.
  • We are still just getting started: Supported by renowned investors & partners, we aim to revolutionize the soft drink industry. Healthier, tastier & more sustainable. Our team of 50+ people aims high (Coca-Cola, we're coming for you!).
About the Position
We are looking for a Head / Director of Finance to lead and expand our finance team, playing a crucial role in our journey to becoming a $100M+ international omni-channel brand disrupting the soft drink industry.

As we continue to grow by adding new sales channels, launching innovative product lines, and entering diverse geographic markets, our operating landscape is becoming increasingly complex. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead key projects to establish and develop our finance team further, ensuring we keep navigating our dynamic environment effectively and position HOLY for sustained success.

We seek a hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day operations while also envisioning and implementing a long-term strategic plan for the finance team while bringing deep financial expertise from previous experience, and maintaining a practical, results-oriented approach.

The main responsibilities for this role include:

  • Accounting, Tech Infrastructure & Legal: You'll be responsible for ensuring compliant financial reporting, guiding the implementation of an ERP system from the finance side, managing the financial technology infrastructure, and leading entity management and legal compliance efforts for an international multi-entity business.

  • Cash Flow, Treasury Management & Debt: Develop and execute a strategic financial plan, collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners to optimize cash flow, working capital, and access to capital while minimizing expenses.

  • FP&A, Budgeting, KPI, and Performance Management: Spearhead the annual budgeting and capital allocation process, develop adaptable forecasts informed by market dynamics, and establish a comprehensive KPI reporting system across departments, offering strategic insights to the executive leadership team.

  • Fundraising & Investor Relations: Assist our founders with fundraising activities, handle investor due diligence, negotiate term sheets, and prepare regular investor reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
About You
  • Leadership, Character, Management Skills:
    • Strong team builder and have a track record of building, motivating, and leading high-performing finance teams.
    • Experience in fast-paced environments and are excellent at setting focus under competing priorities.
    • Expert in balancing long-term strategic thinking with strong execution of daily operations.
    • You are low-ego and focus on supporting the organization rather than controlling it.
    • You are fluent both in English and in German.

  • Cash Flow, Treasury Management & Debt:
    • Strong knowledge of cash flow planning and treasury management.
    • Experience working closely together with functional leads and having a good understanding of cross-departmental needs.
    • Deep understanding of different debt alternatives and good negotiation skills.

  • Accounting, Tech Infrastructure & Legal:
    • In-depth knowledge of building compliant financial reports across multiple countries and entities in accordance with regulations.
    • Experience with implementing an ERP system (or other company-wide systems)
    • Strong legal acumen and a good understanding of corporate laws.

  • FP&A, Budgeting, KPI, and Performance Management:
    • Expert in leading annual budgeting processes.
    • Analytical mindset and capability of developing complex forecast methodologies.
    • Deep understanding of how performance is measured across all departments and able to implement a robust reporting structure.

  • Fundraising & Investor Relations:
    • You have actively supported a Series A/B/C funding round and are aware of all related intricacies.
Our Offering
In today's job market, A-players have many options to choose from. As part of our offer, we prioritise providing a productive working environment and opportunities for growth. In addition to competitive compensation, including company shares, you can expect:

  • A successful and growing company: Join a company that has been growing profitably and quickly for the last 17 months and raised a series A, while many other e-commerce companies are struggling.
  • Huge impact and career growth: Enjoy huge impact and hence explosive career growth with opportunities to lead a team, build your own function, and shape HOLY’s internationalization in a top market.
  • Awesome team: Join an awesome team of colleagues who are ambitious, funny, down-to-earth, and authentic. Get to know us and see for yourself!
  • Top product: Marketing is important, but a good product is essential. Our differentiated soft drinks have won over customers. Check out our Trustpilot reviews or contact us for free samples.
  • Future of e-commerce: Be part of the future of e-commerce and help set new standards in many areas. Work with the best minds in the industry.
  • Startup culture: Join a startup culture that values flat hierarchies, fast pace, and personal development. With us, you can make a real impact.
  • Perfect setup: Enjoy a perfect setup that includes all the requirements of a modern employer, such as a central office in Berlin Mitte, flexible working hours, and much more.
Find out more about HOLY and our team on our careers page.
The Process
As we are experiencing rapid growth and have ambitious plans, the optimal start date for the position is today. Nonetheless, we are prepared to patiently await the arrival of the ideal candidate, recognizing that quality ultimately yields the best results.

  1. Getting to know you: We will have a first interview where we will talk to you more about HOLY and the position and see if our expectations match.
  2. Advanced discussions: You will meet with our most important internal and external stakeholders as well as our stellar Finance team to dig deeper into the details of the role and responsibilities and your experience.
  3. Founder Interviews: As a strong cultural fit is important to us, you will meet our HOLY Founders. This gives both you and us the opportunity for a final check.
  4. Job offer and decision: If everything goes well, you will receive an offer and we are ready to embark you this journey together with you!
Any questions or concerns?
If you have any questions or feedback, please send an email to jobs@weareholy.com.
About us
Holy Energy GmbH (HOLY)
Rosenthaler Str. 13
10119, Berlin


Disclaimer

EN: Holy Energy GmbH is an equal opportunity workplace and is devoted to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. If you have a specific need that requires assistant in the application process, please reach out to our People Team at jobs@weareholy.com.

DE: Holy Energy GmbH ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit fördert und sich dafür einsetzt, gleiche Beschäftigungsmöglichkeiten unabhängig von Rasse, Hautfarbe, Abstammung, Religion, Geschlecht, Nationalität, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, Staatsbürgerschaft, Familienstand, Behinderung oder Geschlechtsidentität zu bieten. Wenn du spezielle Bedürfnisse hast, die Unterstützung im Bewerbungsprozess erfordern, wendest du dich bitte an unser People Team unter jobs@weareholy.com.