Accounts/Finance Manager (Part Time)
3 days ago
Valencia
Head of Finance – High-Growth Deeptech Robotics Location: Valencia, Spain (Hybrid/On-site) Our client is an ambitious European deeptech startup redefining the future of autonomous heavy-duty electric vehicles . They are currently entering a pivotal scaling phase following 2 successful fundraising rounds of close to €10million, backed by a consortium of world-class Tier-1 VCs renowned for scaling industrial tech and sustainability champions. We are searching for a Head of Finance based in Valencia who can balance hands-on financial operations with the strategic foresight required for a global manufacturing scale-up. As the first dedicated finance lead, you will be the strategic right hand to the founders. CAPEX & Industrial Ops: Lead financial planning for manufacturing facilities, managing heavy CAPEX investments, and optimising complex supply chain finance. Establish the entire finance function from scratch—budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and monthly reporting. Business Partnering: Work closely with Engineering and Operations to ensure financial discipline during rapid hardware prototyping and deployment. Governance: Manage tax, audit, and compliance within the Spanish and wider European regulatory frameworks. The Experience: 7+ years of finance experience, with a proven track record in high-growth startups, scale-ups, or industrial tech environments. Hardware DNA: You have a deep understanding of CAPEX management , inventory, and the financial nuances of physical product manufacturing. Hybrid Mindset: You are "hands-on" enough to build the models yourself but "strategic" enough to advise the board on long-term capital allocation. Local & Global: You are based in or willing to relocate to Valencia and are fluent in both English and Spanish . Foundational Impact: You will define the finance culture and eventually build the team for a company at the forefront of AI and Green-tech. Valencia Tech Hub: Join one of Europe’s most exciting tech ecosystems, offering a world-class quality of life and a thriving professional community.