Head of Finance

SE3 Labs builds spatial intelligence and autonomy software for unmanned systems, combining 3D computer vision, state estimation and AI to help autonomous platforms perceive their surroundings, know where they are and operate when GPS and other sensors become unreliable. Defence is a core application of its work. SE3 is growing to a team of 100+ people. As Head of Finance, you will own SE3's accounting, reporting, planning and financial controls, and build the systems that make accurate numbers easy to use. The role is on-site in Munich, working with founders and external accountants, and supports financing and the development of the international finance function.

Responsibilities

Own SE3's accounting, reporting, planning and financial controls; Build the systems that make accurate numbers easy to use; Own a reliable close and accurate accounting, working with external accountants; Build reporting and planning that give founders and leadership a clear view of the business; Set up financial controls, reconcile contracts, revenue and payments, and make SE3 audit-ready; Build systems and automations that make accurate financial information easy to use; Support financing work as the company raises capital and grows; Help develop the finance function as SE3 operates in more countries; Shape the Finance team and help build the team

Requirements

Ability to take ownership of outcomes and work with exceptional drive; Strong analytical ability combined with sound accounting judgement; Ability to own a reliable close, work through the details and challenge external accountants; Hands-on systems builder who has improved how a finance function works; Fluent English; Eligibility to work on defence-related projects and, where required, obtain the relevant security clearance

Nice to have

Coding ability; Building finance workflows with automation or AI agents; Experience at a fast-growing startup or in venture capital; Experience with international entities; German language skills

Benefits

Participation in SE3's growth through the employee participation programme; High-quality and modern toolset, flat hierarchy and skilled, driven team; Best-in-class AI tools and agents with unlimited access; 31 paid days off (30 vacation days plus birthday off); Free membership to gyms, yoga and wellness through EGYM Wellpass; Two company retreats per year; Mentorship with experienced engineers and a professional mentor