Working Student – Finance (m/f/d)

About the role

About the Role We're a fast-growing, Series A/B EdTech platform helping tens of millions of students around the world learn smarter through AI-powered tools and peer-generated content. Our Finance team is looking for a motivated Working Student in Finance to work directly alongside senior leadership, contribute to core financial processes, and help build the intelligent, AI-enhanced workflows that will power our financial backbone. This is a high-ownership role — you won't just be a pair of hands. You'll take real responsibility, interact cross-functionally, and have a direct impact from day one. What You'll Do Work directly alongside the Director of Finance & People to support day-to-day operations and keep cross-functional topics moving. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and coordinate with external auditors. Help ensure smooth and accurate financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions. Assist with operational controlling tasks — prepare monthly reports, maintain trackers, and handle ad hoc data pulls and analyses. Identify and pilot opportunities to automate manual finance workflows using AI tools, low-code platforms, and smart integrations. Support coordination with tax advisors, auditors, and legal providers. Act as a bridge between Finance & People and wider teams such as Growth and Engineering. Contribute to building intelligent dashboards and KPI trackers that lay the foundation for a digital finance backbone. What We're Looking For Required: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Available for approximately 20 hours per week; ideal commitment of 6–12 months. Strong analytical skills and solid Microsoft Excel proficiency (formulas, pivot tables, financial data analysis). Fluency in German (written and spoken) is required; English proficiency is a strong plus. Eligible to work without visa sponsorship. Proactive, self-driven, and pragmatic mindset with a builder mentality and enthusiasm for working closely with leadership. Nice to Have: Prior internship or working student experience in finance, consulting, or a high-growth startup. Comfortable using AI tools daily and eager to automate workflows; familiarity with low-code platforms is a bonus. Basic understanding of German accounting practices; curiosity about IFRS is welcome. Location This is an on-site role based in San Francisco, CA, United States . Candidates must be able to work on-site and accommodate their university schedule accordingly. Visa sponsorship is not available. Compensation & Details Part-time working student position (~20 hours/week). Ideal contract length: 6–12 months. Compensation details to be discussed during the interview process.