Finance Systems & Operations Specialist (f/m/d)

Accounting & Tools,DATEV,Operational Finance,FinOps,Finance Automation,Candis,Accounting,Invoice & expense workflows,Month-end closeDigitizing contractor companies? We love it.

We are plancraft - and we are passionate about revolutionizing the contractor & construction industry with our straightforward software. Our vision is nothing less than to become Europe’s number one contractor operating system. With the backing of Europe’s top investors, we provide a leading SaaS solution that simplifies the management and operations in contractor businesses. On our mission we are always guided by our values: We are ## stoked about our work, achieving more ## together as a team, and staying ## humble as we empower the true builders of our future: our customers.

Do you love structure, clean data, and building systems that just work? Then you’re in the right place. As our Finance Systems & Operations Specialist (f/m/d) you’ll play a key role in building the financial backbone that enables plancraft’s fast growth. By owning day-to-day finance workflows and identifying automation opportunities, you’ll reduce friction, increase transparency, and help the business scale with confidence.

You’ll work closely with our VP Business Operations and Senior Finance Manager, and take ownership from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own day-to-day finance operations, pre-accounting & process documentation, including invoice management, expense workflows, and reconciliations.
• Ensure operational finance workflows run smoothly & are documented with no gaps (invoices, expenses, data handovers).
• Manage and optimize our finance tech stack (Candis, Stripe, DATEV, Pathway, etc.)—ensuring data accuracy, clean integrations, and scalable usage.
• Contribute to automation projects - identify and implement process or tooling improvements.
• Act as the first line of execution for our finance department - supporting reporting, spend monitoring, and financial data workflows.
• Serve as go-to person for questions related to finance ops.
• Collaborate with our external accounting & tax advisors to ensure smooth closings and correct documentation.
• Identify automation opportunities in recurring financial processes and implement improvements.
• Ensure data integrity across all finance tools, including regular reconciliations and checks.
• Support cross-functional teams (e.g., Customer Success, Sales, Ops) with financial process questions or needs.
  
  Salary: The salary for this position ranges between €55,000 and €69,000 per year, depending on experience.

• 1-3+ years of experience in finance operations, accounting support, or related roles in a startup or SaaS environment.
• Tech-savvy and hands-on experience in working with and implementing finance tools like LucaNet, DATEV, Stripe, Candis, Pleo, Moss, etc.
• Very strong Excel / Sheets skills and a mindset for process optimization and automation.
• High attention to detail, structured approach, and a strong sense of ownership.
• English on minimum C1 level

• Experience in working with or maintaining integrations between tools (e.g., DATEV <> Stripe <> Candis).
• Exposure to multi-entity or international business environments.
• Interest in SaaS metrics or financial data modeling.
• German language skills are a plus

• Our Team: We are a team of passionate, committed individuals who are determined to realize our vision.
• Influence: Take direct responsibility and have a say in a flat-hierarchy company.
• Dynamics: Experience the agility of a startup in its early days, learn continuously, and build tomorrow’s craftsman software today.
• Growth: We foster a culture of direct feedback, continually exchanging knowledge and using today’s lessons to shape tomorrow’s success.
• Top-Tier Technology: Hardware at the highest level: You get a MacBook and top over-ear headphones
• Location: Our central office is located in Hamburgs vibrant Schanze district.
• Holidays: Your well-being is important to us. That’s why we offer you 30 vacation days, plus December 24th as an additional day off every year.
• Benefits: Enjoy perks like subsidized mobility (25% off Deutschland Ticket, a BahnCard 25 or JobRad) and Wellbeing offers (Urbans Sports Club membership). Plus participate in regular company-wide team events and off-sites.
• Relocation bonus: We provide financial support for your move to Hamburg.
• International environment: We are a team made up of different nationalities, so our company language is English.