Financial Administrator, KINEXON
2+ days a week in office
Real-time intelligence and value for sports, industries & logistics
Be an early applicant
Real-time intelligence and value for sports, industries & logistics
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
2+ days a week in office
201-500 employees
Company mission
To offer the world's most advanced full-stack solution for real-time location-based connectivity, intelligence, and automation.
Role
Who you are
- This is a mid-level professional position suited for someone who thrives in a structured yet dynamic environment and enjoys working across functions and geographies
- Several years of experience in Finance, HR Operations, Payroll, or Office Administration (mid-level)
- Strong understanding of U.S. payroll processes (GAAP) and employment practices
- Experience working in international or cross-functional environments is highly preferred
- Structured, detail-oriented, and highly reliable working style
- Strong communication skills and ability to act as a bridge between teams in different countries
- Comfortable handling confidential data with discretion
- Proficient in HR/finance systems and MS Office or similar tools
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly capable Financial Administrator (m/f/d) to join our U.S. team in Chicago
- This role sits at the intersection of Finance, People & Culture, Payroll, and Office Administration, acting as a key operational connector between our U.S. organization and our Germany-based People & Culture team
- You will play a central role in ensuring smooth financial operations, compliant payroll processing, and high-quality employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle
- Finance & Accounting:
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities, financial reporting, accounting processes, budgeting, and cost controlling
- Monitor and ensure that expenditures align with approved budgets
- Prepare and deliver spending and financial control reports
- Support financial compliance including tax-related and governmental reporting requirements
- Collaborate closely with the Finance team in Germany to ensure alignment with global group policies
- Provide financial insights and operational support to local and group management
- Support Sales and Use Tax compliance through registration and filing activities
- Payroll & Compensation:
- Manage and review semi-monthly payroll processing for U.S. employees
- Support sales commission calculations and payout processes, including review of sales agreements
- Conduct regular payroll and billing audits to ensure accuracy and financial integrity
- Ensure compliance with applicable payroll tax and labor regulations
- Office & Operations Management (U.S.):
- Take part in U.S. Office Management responsibilities
- Support administrative and operational office processes
- Partner with Finance and People & Culture colleagues to ensure efficient day-to-day operations
- Collaborate with external advisors to ensure full legal and regulatory compliance
- Support cross-functional initiatives and operational improvements
- People & Culture / HR Operations:
- Serve as a liaison between U.S. operations and the People & Culture team in Germany
- Support employee operations, including onboarding and offboarding processes
- Co-create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace environment that fosters employee engagement and morale
- Ensure compliance with state-specific U.S. employment regulations and internal policies
- Support benefits administration and employee communications regarding policies, updates, and company news
Our take
KINEXON addresses the complex challenges faced by organisations in manufacturing, logistics, sports, and media through its IoT solutions. In these industries, traditional operations often struggle with inefficiencies, lack of real-time insights, and manual processes that hinder overall performance and sustainability.
The company recognises the need for connected and automated operations to overcome these obstacles and has developed a comprehensive IoT stack. By translating physical environments into digital twins and offering intuitive tools, KINEXON allows its clients to identify, optimise, and automate processes, ushering in a new era of enhanced performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
As a full-stack provider, KINEXON distinguishes itself by offering a complete suite of solutions, covering sensors, cloud software, consulting, and services. The company's vertical expertise in manufacturing, logistics, professional sports, and media positions it as a strategic partner for organisations seeking to embrace the benefits of digital transformation.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
49% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Apr 2022
$130m
SERIES A
Total funding: $130m
Company benefits
- An annual learning budget to further support your development
- 30 days (DE) / 20 days (US) paid vacation to refuel your energy (for full-time employees)
- Take your time off for the family (parental leave etc.)
- Early bird or night owl - you can choose your flexible work hours
- We work with a hybrid and remote model
- We enjoy spending time together at regular team and company events
- Further benefits selected by you out of a range of benefits that we offer (mobility, sports, vacation budget, training and more)
Company HQ
Maxvorstadt, Munich, BY
Leadership
Dr. Alexander Hüttenbrink
(Co-Founder & CEO)They started out working in HR at BMW, and have held positions at L'Oréal and Lufthansa.
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