Introduction Conscious Aerospace B.V.

We are on a mission to become a Tier 1 engine Original Equipment Manufacturer; designing, building, and certifying hydrogen fuel cell powertrains — pioneering aviation once again. Our propulsion technology enables zero-emission regional passenger and cargo flights as well as providing defence related opportunities, at the turn of the decade.

About this role

This is a unique role in an international business environment. Given the modest size of the team, there will be a lot of space for taking the iniative, leading and personally developing. As a (junior) Controller, you help build and maintain a solid financial foundation for a fast-growing scale-up company in the aerospace sector. You manage & execute day-to-day financial processes, (help) coordinate the planning & control cycle and - importantly - ensure reliable in-and external reporting. The role combines financial expertise with hands-on administrative responsibilities, including HR administration and operational support. There are also IT and legal tasks to monitor and execute. You work closely with the CFO, who leads investor relations and fundraising. Conscious Aerospace has 20-30fte and spends €3-5mln per year.

Your Mission

You ensure accurate financial operations, timely reporting, and well-structured administrative processes that support organizational growth. You take ownership of recurring tasks while improving and professionalizing workflows. You switch easily between analytical work and practical duties such as maintaining personnel files, preparing payroll inputs, processing invoices and supporting onboarding. You act as a trusted partner to leadership and management, contributing to both strategic discussions and day-to-day execution.

Working Environment

You join a highly motivated team developing and integrating hydrogen powertrain technologies for aerospace applications. The environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and continuously evolving — typical for a start-up where priorities shift and processes are built from the ground up. You take initiative, adapt quickly, coordinate and contribute to both financial, HR, legal and administrative tasks while shaping your role as the organization grows. You need to be a credible partner to advisors, our accountant and external companies in the consortium and you need to work effectively with representatives of the Dutch government. You are IT-savvy and enjoy / make effective use of digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Finance

• Process invoices, expense claims and bank transactions.
• Record and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate entries.
• Prepare materials for annual accounts and periodic reconciliations.
• Monitor cashflow and plan liquidity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and management reports.
• Manage relationships with auditors, accountants, and external partners.

HR

• Execute accurate HR administration: contracts, employee changes, absence management, renumeration and personnel files.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Advise management on HR policies, labour regulations, and workforce planning.

Legal & IT

Given our current organizational size, the finance team also manages IT contracts and basic legal coordination. This may include preparing employee contracts with legal advisors, resolving issues and initiating IT contract work to ensure proper data recording and safeguarding.

Job Requirements — Your Luggage

• Bachelor’s degree in business economics or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in finance or controlling; HR experience is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong command of business English.
• Affinity with HR, legal, IT and tax matters.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Affinity with process improvement, IT (exact, loket, etc) and digital ways of working.
• You live in the Rotterdam area (reasonable travel distance may suit).

What We Offer

• Contributing to the realization of true zero-emission aviation — a revolution in air mobility.
• An inspiring working environment in a highly motivated team with diverse backgrounds.
• Market-competitive salary and secondary conditions
• Continuous professional development.

Our Application Process

We keep our hiring process fast, transparent and structured — reflecting the hands-on nature of our start-up environment. Quick availability is a strong plus.

After receiving your application, we conduct an initial screening. If positive, the process continues:

• First conversation — With our interim controller and CFO, focused on getting to know each other, your motivation, development needs & wishes and your interest in combining financial core as well as administrative tasks in a start-up setting.
• Second conversation — A deeper discussion about your working experience and your approach to an international, hands-on, fast-moving environment.
• Third conversation (if necessary) — A final meeting with our founder and CEO to align on expectations and long-term fit.