Head of Finance (m/f/d)
Getsafe
Accounting & Finance
Illinois, USA · Heidelberg, Germany
Head of Finance (m/f/d)
ABOUT US
Getsafe creates a better insurance experience for everyone. Powered by a unique technological platform, Getsafe makes insurance simple, fair, and accessible. Getsafe replaces complexity and manual paperwork with AI agents and automation, customers can file claims, change their coverage in real time, or access personalised advisory with just a few clicks.
Since launching in Germany in 2018, Getsafe has become one of the best-rated insurtechs in Europe, serving 500,000 customers and the most frequently used insurance app in the market.
Headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, with an additional office in Berlin, the company employs around 200 people. In 2021, Getsafe received its insurance license from Germany’s financial regulator, BaFin, and is operating as a fullstack MGA today. With more than €120 million raised to date, it is one of Europe’s top-funded insurtechs.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Join the Getsafe team as the Head of Finance and play a pivotal role in steering the financial functions of our company. We are seeking a dynamic professional with particular expertise in FP&A / controlling and leading an operational finance team.
As a key leadership figure, you will also serve as a strategic sparring partner for the CFO and other key executives, contributing to financial decision-making and to strategic initiatives such as fundraising and M&A.
YOUR MISSION
- Lead the elevation of our controlling system, including budgeting, steering, gap analysis, and cost control
- Support and lead the key finance functions accounting and controlling, ensure a seamless integration and alignment with the company, and drive operational efficiency of the team i.a. through AI-based automation and workflows
- Serve as a strategic sparring partner to the C-level, engaging and driving discussions that will contribute to the overall success of the company
- Work closely with our CFO to engage in investor and board relations, as well as M&A, in particular financial due diligence
- Foster collaboration with key internal stakeholders, particularly the people, sales & engineering team, acting as a business partner in creating business cases and guiding financial decision-making processes
- Represent Getsafe and the finance team in collaboration with external stakeholders including auditors, investors, banking, insurance, and other business partners
ABOUT YOU
- Proven track record in building, and managing high-performing finance teams with a focus on collaboration, reliability, and continuous improvement
- Background in building and optimising controlling / FP&A systems, incorporating (AI) tools for enhanced operations
- Thrive in fast-paced environments, with a keen eye on building what’s ahead in the finance team and structure
- You have a high "attention-to-detail" and quality in your outputs, with a high sense of responsibility and integrity
- You bring fluency in both German and English
GETSAFE PRINCIPLES
Customer Empathy
We simplify insurance by aligning our vision with every interaction, maintaining transparency, and building togetherness and trust with our customers.
Absolute Ownership
We pursue excellence relentlessly, taking full ownership, and ensuring everyone knows their role to contribute to our mission.
Day One Mindset
We strive to continually act as pacemakers, constantly optimising, thinking ahead, and inspiring greatness to build a scalable and impactful future.
We communicate effectively, collaborate positively, and drive success as equals, united by respect and an inspiring mission.
YOUR BENEFITS
- Join us in Berlin or Heidelberg and be part of our hybrid culture, with the flexibility to work remotely
- Be part of our growth journey through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (VSOPs), where you can claim your stake in the company and share in our success
- Celebrate with us at regular team gatherings, including company strategy weeks, onsite events, local meet ups, seasonal celebrations, and after work socials
- Monthly €50 flex benefit budget, allowing you to choose what suits you best – whether it’s the Germany Ticket, office lunches or remote setup
- Monthly Getsafe insurance voucher to safeguard what matters most to you
- Workation for 90 days within the EU, giving you more freedom to balance work and travel
- Balance: 30 vacation days – enjoy 28 regular days and 2 special days – your birthday and half days on December 24th & 31st
- Growth: Benefit from our annual €1,000 development budget to invest in your personal and professional growth