--- title: 'Finance Manager at ARX Robotics GmbH' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/finance-manager-arx-robotics-gmbh-kyiv-vn55pabtce3a' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-31' --- # Finance Manager at ARX Robotics GmbH - **Company:** ARX Robotics GmbH - **Location:** Kyiv, Ukraine - **Posted:** 2026-10-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-31 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/arxroboticsgmbh/jobs/5024260101 ## Job description ## About the Role At ARX Robotics, we build Europe’s leading autonomous ground systems and robotic solutions for the defense sector. As we rapidly scale, we are seeking a Finance Manager for our Ukrainian subsidiary to run day-to-day finance operations: budgets, plan-vs-actual, cash flow forecasting and management reporting. You will report to the Head of Finance and run the operational finance processes and controls that the Head of Finance sets up in line with HQ group standards. We are looking for a structured, detail-oriented professional who delivers accurate numbers on time and understands the operational drivers behind them. ## What You'll Build - Run day-to-day finance operations within the processes, controls and calendar set by the Head of Finance, in line with group standards. Propose improvements where a process does not work in practice. - Prepare the monthly management reporting package (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and group reporting inputs in the agreed formats, for approval by the Head of Finance. - Run the budget cycle: collect and consolidate departmental and program budgets from function heads and maintain them in the ERP. - Prepare monthly plan-vs-actual analysis and spend forecasts by function and by program, and flag deviations to the Head of Finance and budget owners. - Maintain the rolling cash flow forecast and prepare payment registers according to the approved payment calendar. - Track the cost of service, repair and retrofit per program and per vehicle. - Reconcile inventory and intercompany balances with accounting, and take part in stock counts. - Prepare and track acceptance acts and payments under contracts with military customers. - Work with the external accountant on primary documents, closing inputs and reconciliations, and prepare documents for audits and tax inspections. - Support department leads on day-to-day budget and cost questions, and support the ERP project with data preparation and testing. ## What You Bring - 3+ years as a Finance Manager, Financial Analyst or FP&A Specialist. - Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and plan-vs-actual reporting. - Experience in an international company with group finance processes and reporting standards is a strong plus. - Practical knowledge of Ukrainian accounting; hands-on experience with 1C/BAS. - Strong Excel skills; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. - Background in consulting or a complex operational business: manufacturing, service or logistics. - Highly structured, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to fixed deadlines. - Good English (B2+) for daily work with HQ Finance. Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further. ## About Us ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations. As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture. If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology! ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. You can find ARX Robotics Applicant Privacy Policy [here](https://www.arx-robotics.com/legal/privacy#4-applicant-management). ## About ARX Robotics GmbH ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: ARX Robotics develops mission-ready, software-defined autonomous mobile robotics and a digitalization platform (MITHRA OS) to modernize legacy military fleets and strengthen European defense sovereignty. - **Entity Type**: Private (funding stage: Series A extension; total funding €42M) - **Headquarters**: Munich, Germany - **Founded**: 2022 - **Founders**: Marc Wietfeld (CEO), Maximilian Wied (CTO), Stefan Roebel (COO) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Defense and Space Manufacturing; Autonomous Mobile Robotics; Defense Technology - **Target customers**: Western armed forces, defense ministries, and allied governments (B2G) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "Strengthen Europe’s technological resilience and sovereignty with software-defined systems built by soldiers and ready for deployment." ## Products & Services - **HECTOR**: Scalable land capability – an autonomous unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed for frontline battlefields and complex multimodal logistics. (Hardware + software) - **MITHRA OS**: A comprehensive digitalization platform that transforms both new and legacy platforms into networked, AI-enabled, and tactically deployable systems. Modular, open-architecture, mission-ready. (SaaS/platform) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed; total funding of €42M as of the Series A extension in early 2025 - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue not publicly available; total funding €42M (2025) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: NATO Innovation Fund, HV Capital (lead Series A), Speedinvest (lead extension), Project A Ventures, Omnes Capital, Discovery Ventures - **Growth Signals**: - Team grew to ~140 employees by winter 2025 - Opened offices in London, Berlin, and Kyiv - Systems actively deployed in Ukraine and used by multiple European armed forces - Expansion into UK with a production facility and predominantly UK supply chain ## Competitive Advantages - **Software-defined, open-architecture systems** that enable rapid integration with existing command systems and legacy fleets - **Built by soldiers** – strong domain expertise and real-world testing - **Backed by NATO Innovation Fund**, signaling strategic government alignment - **European production focus** reduces supply chain dependency and supports reindustrialization of defense capabilities ## Strategic Focus - Scaling production capacity across Europe (UK facility announced) - Forming strategic industrial partnerships to accelerate manufacturing - Deepening AI and autonomous capabilities for frontline deployment - Expanding from UGVs to a broader platform ecosystem for multi-domain operations ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Mission-driven environment emphasizing purpose, innovation, collaboration, and bravery. Values directly tied to strengthening European security. - **Work model**: Hybrid/in-office presence expected given hardware-software integration; offices in Munich, Berlin, London, and Kyiv. - **Growth**: Rapidly scaling startup (from ~40 to 140+ in a year) offers significant career progression opportunities. - **Engineering focus**: Heavy investment in autonomy, sensor fusion, perception, DevOps, and safety engineering. Hands-on robotics development with real-world impact. - **Perks**: Mentioned "For secure Europe and further benefits" – specifics not detailed; typical startup perks likely include equity, flexible working, and equipment. ## Sources 1. [arx-robotics.com](https://www.arx-robotics.com/) 2. [arx-robotics.com/about-us](https://www.arx-robotics.com/about-us) 3. [arx-robotics.com/careers](https://www.arx-robotics.com/careers) 4. [linkedin.com/company/arx-robotics](https://www.linkedin.com/company/arx-robotics) 5. 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