Financial Director/Deputy to CFO | ESG Investment Management | Germany

Zanda is an Executive Search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VCs, Founders, CEOs, and CFOs when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments.Zanda is partnering with a leading European asset manager based in Germany, focused exclusively on green and social impact investments. With €billions in assets under management across a range of regulated funds, the firm has a strong track record of investing across global emerging markets, underpinned by deep local expertise and a purpose driven investment strategy.They are now hiring a Finance Director, a strategic and hands on leadership role that will drive financial excellence, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes across a growing, cross border finance team.What experiences you will gain:Work as the Deputy to the CFO, stepping in on strategic and operational matters, and representing Finance in leadership forumsLead a high-performing international finance team across Accounting and Controlling, shaping structure and directionSupport M&A and strategic partnerships, and help modernise Finance into a highly capable, insight-driven business functionOwn end-to-end financial processes including audit, reporting, planning, forecasting, tax, and financial operationsDesign and implement scalable finance systems and internal controls to support continued growthEnsure compliance with Luxembourg AIFM regulation (CSSF) and other cross-border regulatory standardsCollaborate across the business – Ops, IT, and Investment – providing financial insight into key initiatives and investment decisionsProvide financial leadership to the Executive Team and Supervisory Board, including reporting, risk, and scenario analysisWhat background should you have before you press apply:Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)Experience in a regulated financial institution, ideally a Luxembourg AIFM (CSSF) or similar (BaFin/KVG experience is also welcomed)Prior leadership of a finance team (6+) and exposure to managing international colleaguesStrong technical foundation in accounting, financial controls, reporting and planning, ideally across both HGB and IFRSConfident leading across strategic and operational finance, including tax, treasury, and cross-functional collaborationPurpose led mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-evolving, international investment environmentFluent in English and GermanPlease note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. If you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.