Visiting Finance Analyst

About the Role

A fast-growing, AI-powered EdTech startup based in Berlin is looking for a Visiting Finance Analyst to join the Finance team on a full-time, on-site basis. This is a rare opportunity for an early-career finance professional or student to work directly alongside the Director of Finance & People and company founders — with real ownership, genuine exposure to leadership, and a front-row seat to building a modern finance function from the ground up.

If you're curious, proactive, and excited about the intersection of finance and AI-driven automation, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Act as a right hand to the Director of Finance, preparing decision briefs, supporting cross-functional initiatives, and keeping projects on track.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and coordinate with external auditors.

• Contribute to accurate, reliable financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions.

• Assist with operational controlling, including budget planning, financial forecasting, and liquidity tracking.

• Build monthly reports, conduct ad hoc deep dives, and translate data into clear, decision-ready analysis.

• Identify and implement opportunities to automate manual workflows using AI tools, low-code platforms, and smart integrations.

• Help transition the finance function from static reporting to dynamic, AI-enhanced financial intelligence.

• Coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, and legal providers, and collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Growth and Engineering.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Currently studying, on a gap year, or recently graduated in business, finance, economics, or a related field.

• Strong analytical mindset with solid Excel skills — able to turn messy data into clear, actionable answers.

• Keen interest in AI tools and automation.

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles.

• Strong written and spoken German and English (both required).

• Proactive, self-driven, and pragmatic — comfortable taking ownership and working closely with leadership.

Nice to Have:

• Prior internship or coursework in finance, accounting, controlling, or consulting.

• Familiarity with BI or low-code platforms.

• Knowledge of German accounting practices (HGB) or IFRS.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation details to be discussed during the hiring process.

• Direct mentorship from senior leadership and founders.

• Significant ownership and responsibility from day one.

• Opportunity to work at a high-growth startup operating across 30+ countries.

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Location

This is a fully on-site role based in Berlin, Germany. Candidates must be available to work in Berlin. No remote or hybrid arrangement is offered for this position.