Head of Finance

Maxem is growing fast – and so is our finance team. We are looking for a Head of Finance who wants to make an impact in a high-growth, international environment. You will be key in shaping the future of finance at Maxem, delivering the financial strategic objectives, taking ownership of the results and building a winning team. Do you want to play a part in the energy transition?

Do you want to contribute to speeding up the energy transition?

Maxem is an Amsterdam-based company and our mission is working together towards a zero emission future, as we are dedicated to building a world wherein we can be proud of the heritage we leave behind for our future generations. We are an innovative company and in order to meet our mission we have developed our own platform called Maxem Energy Cloud. This all-in-one platform connects and manages electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations, (stationary) batteries and solar energy in order to optimize energy usage. It also addresses limitations in grid connections that can hinder the electrification of a company’s car park, thereby enabling more businesses to transition to a fully electric fleet. 

What you want to know about this role

As Head of Finance, you operate on both a strategic and operational level. You connect strategy with financial results by translating Maxem’s long-term goals into a clear financial calendar, while ensuring stability along the ride. You help shape the future, while also ensuring today’s financial foundation is solid. You do this through building and leading the finance team and working closely with the CEO, COO, and CCO.

What does this mean in practice?

• You roll out the future finance agenda and continue improving the roadmap as set out by the Fractional CFO.

• You present financial and strategic insights in order to enable informed decision-making for stability and growth. You help working towards a data-driven organization.

• You are responsible for monthly and annual reporting to our stake- and shareholders.

• You take ownership of data integrity and data quality within the entire organization.

• You will lead the setup of Data&BI within the organization

• You automate financial processes as much as possible using systems and software.

• You will set up Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): the process through which we plan, budget, and analyze scenarios.

• You always have a clear understanding of cash positions, runway and cash requirements.

• You and your team make sure Maxem is compliant across the board.

• You build a high performing team and advocate strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

What do you bring to the table?

• You have 5–7 years of relevant experience in finance and combine professional expertise with a curious, learning mindset.

• You know how to prioritize your and your team’s actions in order to align with Maxem’s strategy.

• You have strong analytical skills and are therefore able to translate complex market, company and financial data into clear insights, which are understandable for non-financial colleagues.

• You know how to set up Data & BI to support business decisions and get people excited about this.

• You are familiar with the use and/or implementation of ERP systems and other financial software.

• You have experience in business planning and/or modelling.

• You are hands on and can work closely with the team, but you can switch between strategic planning and day-to-day operations.

• You provide direction and build trust within your team.

• Having experience in a tech (SaaS) environment is a plus

• For this role, it’s important that you are fluent in English, both spoken and written.

What do we offer you?

• A market conform salary based on relevant work experience.

• 38 vacation days!!

• A pension scheme, so we’re already thinking ahead with you about your future.

• All equipment needed to set you up for success, or an allowance if you use your own.

• A catered lunch at the office every day.

• Amazing team events and weekly Friday drinks with your colleagues.

• A hybrid working model with a mix of office and remote work.

• A monthly wellbeing budget through Alleo for extra flexibility in secondary employment benefits.

• The possibility of a lease bike through our lease bike plan.