Katharina Spitzer

Katharina is Director Finance and Accounting at Stephanus-Foundation in Berlin, a social services provider with a complex and diverse range of operations. She is responsible for transforming the entire accounting landscape – from service billing to annual financial statements and tax reporting. Her focus lies on efficiency, digitalization, and strategically positioning the finance function as a true business partner.

With more than ten years of experience, Katharina brings deep technical expertise and a broad perspective to her work. Her professional journey began in the food industry, followed by roles in tax consultancy and auditing in Hamburg. She later expanded her skill set at a Berlin-based TaxTech scale-up, gaining first-hand insight into agile structures.

Today, she integrates these diverse experiences into her role at the Stephanus Foundation – with precision, strategic foresight, and a clear eye for sustainable solutions.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Katharina is committed to increasing the visibility of women in accounting. As a trailblazer, she aims to empower women to pursue their own paths – with confidence, clarity, and high standards. She openly shares her insights on LinkedIn and in professional networks, always with the goal of challenging existing structures and driving greater equity and inclusion.