Finance Director (Germany) - (m/f/d)
Role: Part time (50% - 75%)
Location: Germany (remote)
Industry: Energy/CleanTech/Renewables
Company Stage: Scale-up
ZeroGeo Energy is a geothermal energy company delivering Energy From Rocks™. In 2026, ZeroGeo will commence the development of geothermal heat development project in Bavaria. It will also develop a Green Energy Hub, centered around an existing geothermal asset. The Green Energy Hub will consist of planning for, and implementing, a Battery Energy Storage System and a pilot project for a geothermal power plant.
ZeroGeo wishes to appoint a Finance Director who can help contribute to the energy transition by delivering baseload geothermal heat and power projects.
Are you ready to generate Energy From Rocks™?
Objectives
Ensure financial stability; secure growth capital; utilize Germany’s and the EU’s funding options for energy and climate innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Budgeting
Develop and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans
Monitor cash flow, burn rate, and runway for startup operations
Build financial models to support strategic and operational decisions
Prepare monthly management reports and KPIs for founders and investors
Capital Raising & Investor Support
Support equity and debt fundraising rounds (Seed, Series A/B, project financing)
Help prepare financial models, pitch materials, and data rooms for investors
Coordinate with investors, banks, and financial advisors
Support valuation discussions and term sheet analysis
Government Funding & Grants (Fördermittel)
Identify and evaluate German and EU funding programs (e.g. innovation, energy transition, climate tech)
Prepare and submit grant and subsidy applications (e.g. BMWK, KfW, EU programs)
Manage reporting and compliance requirements for funded projects
Act as the main financial contact for public authorities and funding agencies
Accounting, Compliance & Processes
Oversee accounting, tax, and payroll in coordination with external advisors
Ensure compliance with German GAAP (HGB) and relevant regulations
Set up and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting structures
Support audits and due diligence processes
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business
4+ years of experience in finance
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
Experience with capital raising and/or investor relations
Solid understanding of German financial and tax environment
Fluent in English and German
What We Offer
Competitive salary and equity participation
Key role in shaping the future of a geothermal development company
Direct collaboration with founders and leadership team
Flexible working model and entrepreneurial culture
If you are interested in this role, please use the form below or send a cover letter and CV to start@zerogeo.energy
About ZeroGeo Energy GmbH
ZeroGeo Energy GmbH is a leading European renewable, low carbon geothermal energy company delivering Energy From Rocks™
ZeroGeo is committed to contributing to the energy transition by delivering low carbon and baseload geothermal heat and power and by deploying geothermal technologies fused with leading energy project implementation and financing expertise.
To find out more, visit www.zerogeo.energy