Accounting Lead (part-time, all genders)
At Klim, we work with farmers and food companies to make regenerative agriculture scalable and financially rewarding for farmers. Through our platform, we help farmers restore soil health, increase biodiversity and capture carbon while creating new, reliable income streams.
We’re a Berlin-based AgriTech startup backed by $22M in Series A funding, partnering with global food leaders such as Nestlé and Kaufland to reduce emissions across their supply chains and build long-term resilience. Since 2020, we’ve supported 3,500 farmers managing over 900,000 hectares.
If you’re passionate about building a sustainable food system and driving real climate impact, join us and help create a healthier planet!
As Accounting Lead (part-time, all genders) you ensure accurate, compliant and timely financial operations across Klim while laying the foundation for scalable growth. By building and maintaining strong accounting processes, controls and compliance frameworks for our international markets, you ensure Klim’s financial health and support informed decision-making and business growth. Your work enables Klim to expand confidently into new markets with financial governance at its core.
Your profile
Must have:
4-8 years of experience in accounting and/or audit
A hands-on mentality and willingness to work across a rapidly scaling organisation
Fluency in German and English (minimum C1 for both, written and spoken)
Willing and able to take substantial ownership of Klim’s financial operations
You are based in or near Berlin.
Note: This is a part-time role (50-60%)
Your Skills & Competencies
You bring strong technical accounting expertise (HGB, VAT/tax) and hands-on financial operations experience including monthly close, audits, VAT and cross-border accounting
You think analytically, can break down complex or ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate financial and process risks
You work with precision and discipline, take full ownership and consistently deliver high-quality results and smooth operations
You communicate clearly with both internal and external stakeholders and thrive in a fast-paced, international environment where adaptability and continuous learning are essential
Benefits
Opportunity: Be part of our journey, collaborating on an equal footing with a dedicated and talented team to shape and scale a purpose-driven organisation.
Impact: Make a daily and active contribution to combating climate change, promoting consumer education, and fostering fair conditions for our climate-conscious farmers
Autonomy: Take full ownership of your projects and enjoy a high degree of freedom and responsibility
Competitive package: Receive a competitive salary aligned with your experience and impact
Additional benefits: 30 Vacation Days, Learning budget, Membership for Urban Sports Club or the Deutschlandticket, team lunches and quarterly team events.
At Klim, we believe that a thriving workplace is built on the diverse backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of our team. We grow stronger together by embracing and building on each individual’s unique strengths.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. All hiring and personnel decisions are made solely based on qualifications, performance, and the needs of the company—ensuring fairness and equal opportunity for all.
If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for our team in ways you don’t yet realise!