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CFO (external)
Phaseform — Freiburg im Breisgau, Europe
General Labour
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Deadline: May 20, 2026
Company
Phaseform
Location
Freiburg im Breisgau, Europe
Salary
Negotiable
Deadline
May 20, 2026
Job Description
Phaseform is a successful deep-tech company based in Freiburg, Germany. We change the way adaptive optics can help microscopy, ophthalmology and machine vision using our prioprietary optofluidic wavefront modulator technology (DPP).
We are currently in the second year of the EIC Accelerator programme — one of the most competitive EU funding instruments for breakthrough innovation — and are driving the next phase of growth, including further fundraising and international market expansion. As we scale, we need robust financial structures that can keep up with the increased complexities.
To support this, we are looking for an experienced external CFO (m/f/d) who can take ownership of our financial planning, reporting, and grant management — and grow with us into what comes next.
Aufgaben
Financial planning (P&L, cash flow, budget), forecasts, scenario analyses, runway, and data room materials (investor-grade)
Short-, medium-, and long-term liquidity planning, cash management, and reporting
Owning the tax advisor (Steuerberater) relationship (financial data per HGB)
Funding agency interface for cost reporting, financials for new grants
Consistent intercompany / group reporting for investors and stakeholders
Sparring partner to the CEO
Qualifikation
Required:
Extensive experience as CFO, Head of Finance, or senior Controller
Deep familiarity with HGB, German tax law, and the tax advisor / auditor (Steuerberater / Wirtschaftsprüfer) ecosystem
Financial modelling skills (investor-grade)
Hands-on mentality; comfortable in lean environments
Native-level German; English working proficiency
Nice to have:
Startup or venture-backed environment, investor due diligence processes
Public funding, working with project management agencies
Multi-entity reporting and consolidation
Benefits
Flexible freelance collaboration
Exciting deep-tech environment
Strategically relevant role with direct impact on company development
Remote-first; on-site visits in Freiburg monthly at the start, quarterly thereafter
Close collaboration with founders / managing directors
Opportunity to take our finance function to the next level
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We are currently in the second year of the EIC Accelerator programme — one of the most competitive EU funding instruments for breakthrough innovation — and are driving the next phase of growth, including further fundraising and international market expansion. As we scale, we need robust financial structures that can keep up with the increased complexities.
To support this, we are looking for an experienced external CFO (m/f/d) who can take ownership of our financial planning, reporting, and grant management — and grow with us into what comes next.
Aufgaben
Financial planning (P&L, cash flow, budget), forecasts, scenario analyses, runway, and data room materials (investor-grade)
Short-, medium-, and long-term liquidity planning, cash management, and reporting
Owning the tax advisor (Steuerberater) relationship (financial data per HGB)
Funding agency interface for cost reporting, financials for new grants
Consistent intercompany / group reporting for investors and stakeholders
Sparring partner to the CEO
Qualifikation
Required:
Extensive experience as CFO, Head of Finance, or senior Controller
Deep familiarity with HGB, German tax law, and the tax advisor / auditor (Steuerberater / Wirtschaftsprüfer) ecosystem
Financial modelling skills (investor-grade)
Hands-on mentality; comfortable in lean environments
Native-level German; English working proficiency
Nice to have:
Startup or venture-backed environment, investor due diligence processes
Public funding, working with project management agencies
Multi-entity reporting and consolidation
Benefits
Flexible freelance collaboration
Exciting deep-tech environment
Strategically relevant role with direct impact on company development
Remote-first; on-site visits in Freiburg monthly at the start, quarterly thereafter
Close collaboration with founders / managing directors
Opportunity to take our finance function to the next level
Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow
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