The ad says“Basic expertise in accounting and related processes”
The ad says“Good communication skills in English”
The ad says“Fluent German (both written and verbal) is required”
The ad says“Knowhow of German (Banking) GAAP (HGB, RechKredV)”
The ad says“Worked with accounting or ERP systems before e.g. Oracle NetSuite”
At Upvest, accurate and complete financial data is at the core of our strategic decisions. As a working student in our accounting department, you will play a vital supporting role in ensuring smooth operations and maintaining the integrity of our processes
You will assist with invoice recognition and tracking, ensuring all invoices are correctly categorized. Your support in approval workflows will help route invoices to the appropriate stakeholders
You will also follow up on missing invoices, collaborating with suppliers or internal teams to ensure timely receipt. Additionally, you will perform ad hoc administrative tasks that contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting team
You support the recording and review of invoices via Payhawk and Oracle NetSuite
You maintain the invoice entries for all entities, both electronically and by mail
You assist with the management of our virtual credit cards and travel expense reports
You support colleagues with regular tasks, such as monthly closings, preparation of regulatory reports, and investor reports
You assist colleagues with project work, such as audits, internal reviews, and ISAE 3402 audits, Work Instruction Updates, Process Improvement Initiatives
You support your accounting team in communication with internal and external stakeholders
Benefits
Flexibility - We work in a hybrid set-up, with the team spread around Germany and other parts of Europe. We give you the choice and budget to work where you’re most comfortable and productive, either at home or in the office. You choose.
Development - In keeping with one of our values, ‘Learn and grow’, every Upvenger has access to a development budget. And in line with one of our other values, ‘Own the outcome’, how you make the most of it is up to you.
Wellbeing - Everyone here has access to our in-house coach. You can have regular sessions to support you personally and professionally. We also believe it’s important to have time out to rest and recover, which is why we offer 30 days’ holiday.
Greenfield projects - We’re building something quite complex. A first in Europe. This means you get to work with cutting-edge technologies, with no legacy code.
Preferred experience
You are enrolled as a student in economics, finance, accounting, or a related field
Keen attention to detail
Fluent German (both written and verbal) is required
Eagerness to deepen knowledge in accounting, processes, internal controls, and related areas
Interest in the banking and fintech market, curiosity about investing
A strong sense of ownership and responsibility
Basic expertise in accounting and related processes
Good communication skills in English
Initial work experience in a relevant field (e.g. accounting, audit, or advisory)
Worked with accounting or ERP systems before e.g. Oracle NetSuite
