Director of Finance - DACH

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: Qualifications 12+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including direct people management and team leadership CPA, CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, FCA, FCCA, or equivalent professional designation required Fluency in both German