Katharina Brinkhaus
About Katharina Brinkhaus
Katharina Brinkhaus serves as the Head of Controlling at air up, where she has worked since 2020. She previously held positions at BMW Group and air up, and she holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Universität Siegen.
Work at air up
Katharina Brinkhaus has been serving as the Head of Controlling at air up since 2020. In this role, she oversees financial planning, reporting, and analysis to support the company's strategic goals. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Junior Financial Manager at air up from 2019 to 2020, where she contributed to financial operations and management. Her experience at air up spans over four years, during which she has played a significant role in enhancing the company's financial processes.
Previous Experience at BMW Group
Before joining air up, Katharina Brinkhaus worked at BMW Group as an intern in cost, IT, and project controlling from 2018 to 2019. This internship lasted for eight months and provided her with valuable insights into financial management within a large automotive corporation. Her responsibilities included supporting financial analysis and project management, which laid the groundwork for her future roles in finance.
Education and Expertise
Katharina Brinkhaus studied at Universität Siegen, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BWL) from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background equipped her with essential knowledge in finance, management, and business operations. This education has been instrumental in her career development, particularly in her roles in financial management and controlling.
Career Progression
Katharina Brinkhaus has demonstrated a clear career progression in the finance sector. Starting her professional journey with an internship at BMW Group, she transitioned to a Junior Financial Manager position at air up, and subsequently advanced to the role of Head of Controlling. Her career trajectory reflects her growing expertise and responsibilities in financial management.