Intern in Finance & Accounting, Berlin (m/f/d)

Founded in 2021, the company runs a trailblazing marketplace that redefines one of the largest supply chains on earth. The company’s mission is to unlock the vast potential of cross-border supply for the Western Market by providing global access to high-quality products through its innovative platform. Since its launch in January 2022, the firm has operated discreetly with no public profile or media coverage while it has successfully served hundreds of companies. Serving both major industry players and mid-sized companies, the company utilizes a cutting-edge technology platform that is growing ultra-fast. Having secured substantial capital from top-tier VCs, Unicorn and Decacorn founders, and industry experts through various funding rounds, the company is well-funded and is extending its team. The company counts c.50 FTEs located across Germany, China, France, the UK, India, Portugal, and Turkey with its HQ in Berlin/Germany.

As an Intern in Finance & Accounting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our finance and accounting teams to support key financial processes and gain valuable insights into financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. This internship will provide exposure to a wide range of finance and accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, and auditing.

Tasks

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income
  statements, and cash flow statements.
• Support financial analysis efforts by gathering and analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Help maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with regulatory
  requirements and accounting standards.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions by processing
  invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Assist in the preparation of tax filings and compliance activities, including gathering
  supporting documentation and completing forms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Growth, Operations, Tech) to support
  financial projects and initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled (or recently graduated) in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Excellent German skills and good English skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and draw meaningful
  insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple
  tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• A role to fulfil with entrepreneurial freedom and a pre-validated business model to
  push to the next level.
• An experienced founding team (three companies, 2 exits).
• A future-proof job with an attractive salary as well as performance-related bonus
  payments in a successful and value-oriented company.
• Collaboration with top tier investors and angles (incl. various unicorn founders) as
  well as leading market experts.
• Beautiful office spaces, HQ in the centre of Berlin, multiple global locations.

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