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# Head of Finance 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/5021451101

## 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 Head of Finance to take full ownership of the finance function of our Ukrainian subsidiary, as an integral part of the group finance function led from HQ.

You will report directly to our CEO in Ukraine, with a functional reporting line to our Finance Director at HQ in Germany, and manage our Finance Manager. You will implement HQ finance processes and guidelines locally, own accounting, tax, treasury and controls, and personally lead our ERP initiative. We are looking for a hands-on leader who builds the rules and does the work where needed.

## What You'll Build

- Implement HQ finance policies, accounting guidelines and reporting standards in the Ukrainian entity. Agree any deviation required by Ukrainian law or military contracts with the HQ Finance Director in advance.
- Deliver the monthly close and group reporting packages (IFRS) to HQ formats and deadlines. Hold a monthly review with the HQ Finance Director on results, budget, cash and key risks.
- Define local management accounting within group standards: cost centers, programs, cost categories. Approve monthly management reporting before it goes to the CEO and HQ.
- Run the local budgeting process according to HQ methodology and calendar: decide on overruns within the delegation of authority; assess the financial case for new modernization, retrofit and localization programs.
- Own treasury: the payment calendar and payment priorities, bank relationships and payment channels (UAH and EUR), and NBU currency control for imports.
- Manage the financial relationship with HQ: funding model, intercompany pricing and settlements for spare parts, services and warranty repairs, and transfer pricing compliance.
- Act as internal owner of outsourced accounting and tax advisors, and lead tax inspections and audits.
- Set accounting rules for inventory and assets: spare parts, retrofit kits, and customer-owned vehicles held for repair.
- Own financial controls: delegation of authority; procure-to-pay and payroll controls; the financial side of contracts and acceptance acts with military customers.
- Lead the ERP initiative personally: assess the current setup;prepare the business case for scaling it versus implementing SAP locally;  run the selected project end to end, from requirements to go-live.

## What You Bring

- 8+ years in finance, including 3+ years as Head of Finance or Finance Director in manufacturing, hardware, electronics, automotive or industrial service.
- Track record of building or significantly upgrading management accounting and financial controls.
- Practical knowledge of Ukrainian tax and accounting, IFRS, NBU currency control and transfer pricing.
- Experience in a subsidiary of an international group, working under group policies and reporting deadlines.
- Experience managing outsourced accounting and tax providers as the internal owner.
- Hands-on experience personally leading ERP projects; BAS required, SAP implementation is a strong plus.
- Strong command of budgeting, P&L, cash flow and balance sheet, and the ability to present financial data concisely to leadership.
- Fluent English (B2+/C1); Master’s degree in Finance, Economics or a related field.

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. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/arxroboticsgmbh](http://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/arxroboticsgmbh)

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