Head of Finance Operations, FP&A

Your missionAs a key member of our team, reporting to the CFO, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions, and the availability of financial insights to the Senior Management Team (SLT).  You will be responsible for overseeing and the execution of all financial operations, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to the overall success and scale-up of the company.  Key responsibilities listed, but not limited to:  Financial Planning and Analysis / FP&A:  Ensure process standardization and clear understanding of the budget planning process, based on integrated planning that aligns our budget with strategic goals and measures performance against those goals:Support departments in the budget planning cycles Regular provision of clear budget vs.actuals trackersper department / studyMonitoring and regular follow up on any deviations of the performance vs. Budget planned and provision of justification for SLT in case of shifts or budget amendments required  Ensure accruals are supported and accurate and full transparency of deposits outstandingConduct regular financial forecasts based on operational activity progress and changesEnsure monthly updated transparency of budget vs. actuals, and upon request updated for SLTMonitor financial deviations to the approved budget and indicate timely mayor financial deviations Contract / Purchase to Pay   Support the contract negotiation with regards to commercial terms & conditions / payment schedules / billing plans. Monitor if contract within budget Ensure internal contract approvals are managed and documented (budget/legal/finance) before signature process startsCoordinate maintenance and accuracy of central contract repositoryEnsure process simplification and standardization for the invoice to pay processEnsure pending liabilities are transparent incl. approval and payment status Ensure Invoices received are approved according to defined delegation of authorityEnsure payments are done by due date and provide transparency thereofApprovers are chased for pending itemsProvide transparency on status of late unpaid invoices incl. reason for hold                   Manage all payment systems internallyAccounting and Reporting:  Ensure accurate and timely financial accounting on an ongoing basis, for GmbH and intercompany charges with US subsidiaryCoordinate the accounting activities internally done and the activities outsourcedEnsure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulationsReassure accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements and support audits of suchPrepare, analyze, and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for both German and U.S. entitiesPrepare reports of any kind, e.g.,financial and ESG reporting to shareholders (venture funds),and to other stakeholders when requiredEnsure compliance with German GAAP (HGB), U.S. GAAP, and local tax regulations, including VAT and sales/use tax treatmentTimely and accurate period closing (month/qtr/year)Ensure tax filings are accurate and paid on time Treasury:  Manage cash flow to optimize working capital and reassure optimal liquidityConduct regular financial forecasts based on operational activity progress and changesManage financial risks, such as interest rate and currency risks and include in the forecasting, to protect profitabilitySupport the liquidity planning: ensure the prediction of the financial needs of CatalYm in the short and long termTeam / people management:  The team will be currently a mix of internal and external resources Accounts Payables administrator; responsible for all operational accounting activities and supporting you on other financial related issues and requests  Coordination of outsourced services: a diversity of accounting activities is outsourced to an external company. Coordination of the work to be done and how it is done, and possible moveto the internal finance team, lies within your responsibility Your profileBachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field8-12 years of experience in finance and accounting, in biotech or pharmaStrong expertise in financial forecasting and reportingStrong understanding of German GAAP (HGB) and U.S. GAAP, including VAT and sales/use tax. Experience in IFRSis beneficial but not a prerequisiteExecution-driven, and excellent organizational and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyAble to work independently and in a teamOutstanding communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills Fluent in English with excellent oral and written skills; good level of GermanWhy us?Permanent contract combined with a competitive salary packageAn innovative and fast-paced work environment with short decision-making pathsThe chance to actively shape the growth of a promising startup by implementing efficient processes and structuresA collaborative team culture in a motivated and multicultural settingAbout usCatalYm is a biotech company based in Martinsried near Munich, developing innovative immunotherapies to transform cancer patients’ lives by effectively engaging their own immune systems to combat this malignant disease. We are now advancing to Phase 2b studies to confirm visugromab, our lead antibody, that has demonstrated durable anti-tumor efficacy with long-lasting objective responses in relapsed and refractory metastatic solid tumor patients in combination with anti-PD-1 treatment. Our mission is to rapidly bring our next-generation immuno-oncology products to patients in need. Are you ready to board the fast-accelerating visugromab train in Martinsried? Then join us