Job Opportunity: CFO Co-Founder for Sustainable Energy Start-up
An interdisciplinary team of scientists at the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung is developing innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Their project focuses on creating advanced specialty carbons that enhance energy storage and conversion technologies. Additionally, the team is training AI systems to design custom carbon materials on demand. As they prepare for the Exist funding round in November 2024 and anticipate a launch in May 2025, they are seeking a skilled Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join as a co-founder.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the main point of contact with banks, investors, and key stakeholders.
- Lead business development, including strategic planning and identifying new business opportunities and partnerships.
- Conduct market research and analysis to monitor trends and competitors in fields like batteries, fuel cells, and generative AI.
- Manage financial reporting, budgeting, and controlling, ensuring transparency and trust with investors.
- Support the creation of marketing strategies to effectively position the company's products in the market.
Candidate Profile:
- A master’s degree in economics, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience in financial reporting, market analysis, and marketing.
- Ideally, experience in funding rounds and pitching to investors.
- Excellent communication and networking skills.
- Strong interest in sustainable technologies and energy storage.
- Proficiency in German and English.
- Start-up experience is preferred.
What the Company Offers:
- An opportunity to become a co-founder and serve as CFO.
- A high-responsibility role in a leading scientific environment.
- A chance to shape the development of a cutting-edge digitalized business model.
- Contribution to the green transformation of the economy.
- Flexible working hours and the option to work remotely.
Candidates interested in joining this dynamic start-up should send their applications to Abdu Bilican at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in an exciting new venture in the sustainable energy sector!