Your role As our Accounting Lead (m/f/d), you will be the core owner and hands-on expert for all operational accounting and financial reporting matters across our European entities. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timely completion of all internal and external financial statements (HGB). In addition, you will be instrumental in defining, building, and leading our future Accounting team. To enable this growth, you will actively drive efficiency and structure across the function, managing critical tools, implementing robust approval processes, and meticulously monitoring all incoming and outgoing payments. Your responsibilities Actively drive the expansion and management of our accounting team, implement new processes and improve existing ones Manage our finance and budget software Finway, implement approval processes and monitor incoming and outgoing payments Internal accounting: Own the internal bookkeeping, documentation, and reporting process. Responsible for preparing timely monthly financial data and providing clear reports, calculations, and financial statistics to support internal stakeholders and management. Monitor and report on cash flow and support detailed liquidity forecasting. Responsible for the smooth operation and continued development of the finance software and internal payment approval flows. External accounting: Manage the entire operational financial accounting in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB), and international standards (IFRS). Serve as the primary contact for our external tax consultant and auditors, facilitating all audit processes. Ensure the timely preparation and completion of monthly and annual financial statements, as well as the necessary preparation of annual tax returns and required reports across all jurisdictions. Your profile Completed studies with a focus on Accounting and Finance (e.g., Accounting, Taxes, Financial Management, Business Administration) or comparable qualifications. Proven, several years of professional experience in core financial accounting, ideally in within a high-growth startup or multi-entity environment. Excellent, detailed knowledge of operational accounting and the German Commercial Code (HGB), and proven experience applying IFRS for group reporting. Highly Desirable Pluses: Knowledge of US-GAAP due to planned US expansion. Experience dealing with SaaS-like recurring revenue models. Previous experience in people management, mentoring, or leading small teams. Strong affinity for financial process implementation, optimization, and digital finance tools. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Strong hands-on mentality with the ability to analyze critical issues in detail and actively contribute to their solution. Analytical thinking, sense of responsibility, high self-motivation, commitment and a strong affinity for numbers. True start-up mindset: innovative, dynamic, committed & resilient. Very good German and English skills are a must. 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 Contact 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 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.