COLORS is a unique aesthetic music platform showcasing exceptional talent from all around the globe, focused on promoting the most distinctive new artists and original songs. In the context of an increasingly fragmented and saturated scene, we seek to provide clarity and calm, offering a minimalist stage to shine a spotlight on these artists and give them the opportunity to present their music without distraction to a global, mindful audience.Our vision is to be the worlds most impactful & purpose-driven music brand that connects people and creative disciplines.Our mission is to provide space, accessibility, and representation for all forms of creativity. A stage for non-ordinary expression.Since our launch in 2016, weve garnered over 2.3B total channel views and 7M channel subscribers.And this is just the beginningJOB DESCRIPTIONWere currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Finance (f/m/x) to join our team at COLORS. As the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, budget planning, accounting, and compliance. Your expertise and strategic thinking as well as your strong leadership skills will contribute to the success and help shape the future of our organization.RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIESThe Head of Finance will:Manage the budget and forecast planning processes including the balance sheet and cash flow (integrated planning), create deviation analyzes and catalogs of measures and define business KPIs to control COLORS.Be responsible for the corporate finance area (financing / liquidity management, capital structure, financing mix and public subsidies).Own the management of the areas of accounting and controlling, taxes and compliance and design our commercial processes and systems.Be responsible for the preparation of monthly, annual and special financial statements according to HGB (German GAAP) as well as regular reporting to founders & shareholders.Ensure the further development of the finance department both professionally and personally and act as the main contact for external stakeholders (investors, tax consultants, auditors).Work closely with all departments at regular intervals and be a sparring partner for all economic issues (with direct report to the CEO).TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLEYou have 5 years of recent managerial experience working at an early-stage start-up and venture-backed company, preferably series A and up.You have experience working at a company within the music and / or media business.You have experience partnering with creative business owners who will be relying on your expertise to level up their business and finance knowledge.You hold a degree in Finance or in a related field, or adequate further training with appropriate professional experience.You can look back on several years of professional experience in finance and accounting, investment banking or auditing ideally with some management experience.You have excellent knowledge of the various accounting standards according to HGB (CFA and IFRS knowledge is desirable) as well as of DATEV or other common accounting and controlling software solutions.You have very good knowledge of MS Office and, if applicable, ERP systems and can be convinced with relevant experience in German tax matters.You are fluent in German and English (French is a plus) with excellent written and oral communication skills and can act as an important interface to internal and external stakeholders (such as investors) thanks to your absolute confidence in dealing with numbers, a precise and careful way of working.WHAT WE OFFERA high degree of responsibility, professional autonomy, and creative freedom of expression.The opportunity to proactively shape a company and build a global brand.Flexible working with 100% remote or access to our offices in Berlin, London, and NY (to come).Unlimited annual leave scheme plus public holidays.Inspirational and motivational working environment.Annual company events & opportunities to travel.Access to shows/events from COLORS alumni artists.Wellbeing benefits such as USC or Class Pass subsidy (depending on location), lunch in the Berlin office 2x a week, and guest speakers focusing on DE&I topics.Quarterly COLORS merch allocation.At COLORSxSTUDIOS, we are committed to fostering diversity and equal opportunities. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Head of Finance COLORSxSTUDIOS Berlin