Description
Who we are
Marvel Fusion, founded in 2019 and based in Munich, is a technology pioneer in the field of safe, clean, and reliable power generation. With the aim of solving one of the biggest problems of humanity, we are developing a completely new type of fusion energy technology that dramatically increases the probability of fusion and builds on recent advances in laser and nanoscience.
Why Marvel Fusion

By joining us, you will be:
Part of a highly purpose-driven team working on providing the world with clean, safe and abundant energy

Working alongside world-leading scientists and entrepreneurs in the field of Fusion

Part of a start-up where growth on a company and individual level is the default

Contributing towards the transition to a world with clean and abundant energy

The impact you will make
As the Team Lead Accounting at one of the world’s leading fusion companies, you will be pivotal in powering the financial foundation that accelerates the future of clean energy. By leading and inspiring the accounting team, you’ll ensure financial integrity and compliance, driving the seamless flow of critical financial operations, including ensuring compliance with local GAAP, and managing audits. You'll streamline financial operations, generate financial statements, and enhance the closing process. Collaborating across departments, you'll innovate and maintain accounting standards with a digital-first approach, positioning the company for scalable growth and making fusion energy a reality.

More specifically, you will:
Lead and mentor the accounting team, aligning efforts with departmental goals and fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture

Act as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors, ensuring compliance with local GAAP (in Germany and the US) and effectively managing all audit processes

Ensure the timely and accurate processing of payables, receivables, travel expenses, assets, and payment runs, maintaining financial integrity

Prepare and generate (consolidated) financial statements for closing periods, including the annual report, management commentary, and segment reporting

Maintain and update the accounting manual and chart of accounts, introducing and applying new reporting standards as required

Continuously improve the financial closing process and manage the closing calendar, including overseeing and optimizing intercompany relationships

Ensure compliance with internal controls across key processes such as Purchase to Pay (P2P) and Hire to Retire (H2R), safeguarding operational efficiency

Own and manage accounting systems and standards, with a strong focus on automating and digitizing existing processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Drive operational excellence by collaborating closely with Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”), Procurement, People, and Legal teams to streamline processes and achieve shared objectives

What you bring
Experience

7+ years of professional accounting experience in an audit firm and/or in establishing and managing accounting functions within a startup environment

Expert knowledge of local GAAP (HGB) and a strong grasp of current IFRS applications

Proven expertise in tax matters, including preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring accurate tax filings, and a comprehensive understanding of German tax law

Proven leadership and communication skills, with a track record of building, scaling, and managing high-performing teams

Experience in developing, refining (particularly digitizing), and communicating processes to continuously enhance efficiency and accuracy

Preferable experience with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Business Central, along with familiarity with DATEV and Lucanet

Knowledge of SOX compliance and SEC reporting requirements is an added advantage
Education

University degree in business administration

Preferably you are a qualified accountant (e.g. CPA, ACCA, WP)

Very good German and English language skills, experience in an international business environment

What we offer

Highly competitive compensation and benefits package

An opportunity to make a huge impact on the future of our planet by making clean, safe and abundant energy possible

Flexible working, location- and hours-wise

A human-centered company culture with super nice and supportive colleagues

A great sense of community through team events and fun in and outside the office

A modern office with a lot of collaborative space close to Theresienwiese in Munich

About Marvel Fusion Marvel Fusion, founded in 2019 and based in Munich, is a technology pioneer in the field of safe, clean, and reliable power generation. With the aim of solving one of the biggest problems of humanity, we are developing a completely new type of fusion energy technology that dramatically increases the probability of fusion and builds on recent advances in laser and nanoscience.