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Job Title: Head of Finance & Strategic Partner to the CEO
Type: Full-Time | Start: October 2025 (latest)
Level: Senior Finance Role
Sector: Beverage Tech, IoT, AI, Sustainability
Why this role is different
We’re not just hiring a Head of Finance.
We’re inviting a financial co-pilot to help drive the next chapter of a company that just defied the odds.
Drinkotec is a 23 yo company coming out of its most intense transformation to date, rebuilding from the inside out, and now ready to scale rapidly across Europe, North America and Middle East. We build cutting-edge beverage equipment powered by software and IoT, helping companies rethink hydration, eliminate waste, and build a smarter future of drinks.
Now, we’re looking for someone who thrives in the in-between:
Between structure and strategy.
Between execution and vision.
Between accounting detail and board-level discussion.
Your Mission
You’ll be the guardian of our financial foundation and a strategic voice at the table.
This isn’t a passive reporting job. It’s a leadership opportunity for someone ready to build a lasting system, shape the future of a fast-growing company, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with the CEO and all operational leaders.
What You’ll Do
Accounting & Control
• Lead all general ledger accounting, monthly closings, and audit prep
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all financial reporting
• Maintain and improve current systems (SAP ERP), processes, and compliance
Strategic Finance & Forecasting
• Own budgeting, scenario planning, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Track key KPIs and cash flow with laser precision
• Provide financial insight to guide board, CEO, and leadership decisions
Treasury & Cash Management
• Oversee treasury, banking relationships, and working capital optimization
• Ensure cash discipline while supporting smart growth investments
Cross-Functional Planning
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Operations to align financial strategy with procurement, production, logistics and rollout plans
• Build models to evaluate scale-up scenarios and operational investments
• Anticipate bottlenecks, mitigate risks, and drive cost-efficiency across functions
Hands-On HR Administration
• Oversee payroll processes, social security declarations, and staff insurance matters
• Ensure compliance with Swiss labor law and employment standards
• Support leadership with HR cost planning and budgeting
CEO & Board Partnership
• Prepare and challenge strategic business plans and operational decisions
• Represent finance in board meetings and investor discussions
• Translate numbers into business decisions with clarity and confidence
This Role is For You If…
• You’ve been a 5-10 years Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or FP&A lead in a growing business
• You are ready for more ownership and responsibilities
• You’re excited about collaborating across teams and making finance a business enabler
• You’re equally comfortable processing payroll and advising the CEO on strategic topics
• You believe in partnership with the CEO, not subordination
• You can roll up your sleeves today and architect the future of tomorrow
• You’re energized by entrepreneurship, imperfection, and real impact
Your Background
• Proven experience in accounting and controlling (ideally in industrial or consumer sectors)
• Skilled in SAP ERP, Excel
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis capability
• Familiar with payroll processes, Swiss social insurance systems, and HR basics
• Fluent in French and English
• Bonus: Experience with fundraising, PE/VC stakeholders, or SaaS/hardware business models
What We Offer
• A real seat at the table alongside the CEO and board
• Ownership and autonomy to build your role and your leadership
• A role with high impact on the whole team & the business
• A mission-driven company and value-based culture solving real-world problems
• A place to make your mark, not just manage spreadsheets
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short note to [innovation@drinkotec.ch] with the subject line:
“Finance Partner – [Your Name]”
In which we would like you to tell us:
• Why you want this role
• What makes you a great financial partner in times of both growth or crisis
• What excites you about shaping a company’s next chapter
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Sales
* Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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