Director of Finance - DACH
Banyan Software
Posted about 6 hours ago
Banyan Software is the best permanent home for software businesses that serve specialized industries, their employees, and their customers. We are on a mission to acquire, build, and grow great companies worldwide, helping them modernize through shared AI expertise and operational discipline. The Banyan Software Foundation, endowed with $100 million in Banyan stock, leverages technology to build a greener and more equitable world. Banyan is Great Place to Work Certified, a five-time Inc. 5000 honoree, and a top 10 company on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Banyan operates more than 100 portfolio companies across North America, the UK, EU, and APAC.
About Banyan Software:
Banyan Software provides the best permanent home for successful enterprise software companies, their employees, and customers. Our mission is to acquire, build, and grow great enterprise software businesses worldwide that hold dominant positions in niche vertical markets. With a permanent capital base and a long-term buy-and-hold strategy, Banyan focuses on preserving the legacy of founders while fostering sustainable growth.
Banyan has been recognized as the #1 fastest-growing private software company in the U.S. on the Inc. 5000 and ranked among the top 10 fastest-growing companies by Deloitte Technology Fast 500.
Job Profile
We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join our dynamic and high-growth organization. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for someone with strong accounting and finance acumen, a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, and a passion for driving operational excellence.
The Senior Finance Manager will oversee the financial operations for a portfolio of software businesses, lead a globally distributed team, and support ongoing integration and value creation initiatives. This role combines the technical rigor of controllership with the strategic insight of FP&A and business partnership.
You will report to an Operating Partner and collaborate closely with Banyan’s Controllership, FP&A, and M&A teams.
Location: Munich
Work Type: Hybrid - in office 2- 3 days per week.
Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Oversight
- Lead all financial operations for a portfolio of high-quality software companies
- Oversee and review accounting, reporting, treasury, and compliance processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results under US GAAP
- Manage and mentor offshore finance teams, with a focus on quality control and continuous improvement
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Drive timely month-end closes in line with company timelines (e.g., T+6 targets)
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements, variance analyses, KPIs, and management reports
- Ensure effective reconciliation, revenue recognition, and cost classification practices
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting processes for assigned portfolio companies
- Analyze financial and operational trends, identify risks and opportunities, and partner with CEOs to optimize performance
Support strategic decision-making through data-driven insights and scenario modeling
Integration & Process Improvement
- Lead the financial integration of newly acquired companies, including policy alignment, systems onboarding, and internal controls implementation
- Partner with teams to deploy standardized SOPs and best practices across the portfolio
- Identify and execute finance process automation or optimization opportunities
Audit, Tax, and Compliance
- Coordinate with internal and external audit teams to support Banyan’s global and statutory audit requirements
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations
Qualifications:
- CPA, CA, or equivalent professional designation required
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including people management experience
- Solid understanding of US GAAP; experience with software companies or private equity-backed businesses is strongly preferred
- Strong financial reporting, FP&A, and operational finance experience
- Demonstrated success in leading finance teams, improving processes, and managing multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across geographies and influence senior stakeholders
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar ERP system preferred
- High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and a problem-solving mindset
- Comfort working in an entrepreneurial, high-growth, and global environment
Banyan Software company encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying.
Please be aware that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position. Banyan Software is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability, or protected veteran’s status.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Banyan: Banyan affirms that inequality is detrimental to our Global Teams, associates, our Operating Companies, and the communities we serve. As a collective, our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Banyan is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
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Job details
Banyan Software
About
Banyan Software is a buy and hold for life acquirer of vertical market software businesses. Founded in 2016 by David Berkal, Banyan was created to offer software owners a third option beyond selling to a competitor focused on cutting costs or a traditional investment firm that would resell the business a few years later. As a private company with no fund timeline and no exit pressure, Banyan holds and grows its businesses for life. Unlike private equity firms, Banyan preserves the culture, brand, and autonomy of each business rather than consolidating or cutting costs to maximize short-term returns. Every acquired company keeps its management team, brand identity, and customer relationships intact. Banyan works closely with each owner to find the right path forward, whether they want to stay at the helm, transition to an advisory role, or make a graceful exit. Many owners choose to retire or move on, either at closing or within a year or two. In those cases, Banyan partners with the outgoing owner to recruit a new CEO who is the right fit for the team and culture. Every Banyan company is paired with a dedicated Operating Leader who provides strategic guidance and support. Companies also gain access to the Banyan Business Community, which includes CEO Summits, functional Guilds, an online portal, and peer networks. Growth Enablement resources are available across finance, technology, sales and marketing, HR, legal, and talent. Banyan also invests in AI capabilities across its portfolio to help modernize products and accelerate growth. Banyan acquires profitable, market-leading enterprise software businesses with annual revenues generally greater than $2M, a high proportion of recurring revenue, strong customer retention, and engaged employees. The portfolio spans vertical markets including education, government, financial services, healthcare, media and entertainment, and transportation, with businesses across North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand
Key Team Members
Adam Cole
Michael Giske
Lisa Cowan
Alex Jarzebowicz
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