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
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Work directly alongside the Director of Finance & People to support day-to-day operations and keep cross-functional topics moving.
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Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and coordinate with external auditors.
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Help ensure smooth and accurate financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
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Assist with operational controlling tasks — prepare monthly reports, maintain trackers, and handle ad hoc data pulls and analyses.
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Identify and pilot opportunities to automate manual finance workflows using AI tools, low-code platforms, and smart integrations.
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Support coordination with tax advisors, auditors, and legal providers.
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Act as a bridge between Finance & People and wider teams such as Growth and Engineering.
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Contribute to building intelligent dashboards and KPI trackers that lay the foundation for a digital finance backbone.
What We're Looking For
Required:
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Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
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Available for approximately 20 hours per week; ideal commitment of 6–12 months.
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Strong analytical skills and solid Microsoft Excel proficiency (formulas, pivot tables, financial data analysis).
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Fluency in German (written and spoken) is required; English proficiency is a strong plus.
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Eligible to work without visa sponsorship.
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Proactive, self-driven, and pragmatic mindset with a builder mentality and enthusiasm for working closely with leadership.
Nice to Have:
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Prior internship or working student experience in finance, consulting, or a high-growth startup.
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Comfortable using AI tools daily and eager to automate workflows; familiarity with low-code platforms is a bonus.
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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
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Part-time working student position (~20 hours/week).
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Ideal contract length: 6–12 months.
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Compensation details to be discussed during the interview process.
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