KOMPAS is a European early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, and Copenhagen. We back technologies that reduce emissions, increase productivity, and guard enterprises against global risks. We support the transition towards a more sustainable economic model that delivers growth and prosperity whilst respecting planetary boundaries. We provide high-growth companies with capital and access to an extensive industry network. We recently launched our second fund and invest in Seed to Series B in Europe and the U.S., with initial cheque sizes ranging from €1.0m – 5.0m. What are we looking for?KOMPAS is expanding its operations team and hiring a Finance Director to oversee financial analysis and reporting, audit and tax, and serve as a key liaison for our back-office service providers. You are a reliable business partner with a highly analytical mindset, strong communication, and trust-building skills. Your Responsibilities- Fund Accounting and Reporting: Oversee bookkeeping, financial statements, capital accounts, and fund-level reporting; ensure timely and compliant reporting to LPs and regulators; manage the audit process with external auditors.- Portfolio Valuation: Lead valuation for portfolio companies in line with industry standards (e.g., IPEV); collaborate with the investment team to ensure fair value assessments.- Capital Management: Monitor and manage capital calls and distributions; oversee cash flow management including fund reserves and liquidity planning; track committed, invested, and reserved capital.- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions; manage VAT and tax returns for the fund, management company, GP, and related entities; maintain compliance with investor agreements; secure KYC/AML compliance.- Investor Relations Support: Primary LP point of contact; compile and present financial/operational data and quarterly updates; support AGMs, investor calls, and networking events; maintain investor information and commitments.- Operational Oversight: Ensure financial systems, controls, and processes are adequate; establish expense management policies.- Budgeting and Forecasting: Prepare budgets for the management company and other entities; provide performance and cash flow forecasts; ensure ERP data accuracy.- Managing External Service Providers: Liaise with accountants, auditors, and back-office providers; streamline finance aspects of deal execution and post-investment management; develop and enforce internal policies.- Strategic Financial Advisory: Support structuring of new funds and co-invest vehicles; provide financial insights to guide operational strategy.- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks (currency, interest rate, operational); maintain robust internal controls.- Special Projects: Act as PMO for projects requiring corporate structure changes or contract novations (e.g., opening new offices, relocating employees) with legal, tax, and HR. Qualifications & Profile- Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with excellent grades; STEM is a plus; eligible to work in the EU.- Post-graduate training with a Tier 1 accounting firm and relevant professional qualification (e.g., CPA); familiarity with venture capital/asset management is a plus.- 3–5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in alternative investment or asset management.- Responsible, independent, and analytical working style; strong, empathetic communication; flexibility.- Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel; programming skills are a plus.- Alignment with KOMPAS’s mission to drive a sustainable economic transition via technological innovation and entrepreneurship. ApplicationPlease send your CV and cover letter to careers@kompas.vc.