Visiting Finance Analyst

<p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Visting Finance Analyst</strong><br /><br />Knowunity is building the future of learning, and our Finance function needs to scale just as fast. We're looking for a Visiting Finance Analyst to work directly alongside our Director Finance &amp; People and closely with the founders. You'll be a hands-on contributor across everything from financial close and reporting to process automation and cross-functional projects, learning the craft of finance in a high-growth startup from the people building it. Think of this as a front-row seat within Finance: real ownership of your workstreams, direct access to leadership, and the chance to see how a modern finance function is built from the ground up.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Your Impact</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Support the Director:</strong> Act as a right hand for the Director — help prepare decision briefs, support cross-functional initiatives, and keep projects moving so nothing falls through the cracks.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Finance Operations &amp; Accounting:</strong> Support key financial processes including the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, and help coordinate with external auditors. Contribute to accurate, reliable financial reporting across jurisdictions.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Controlling &amp; Financial Planning:</strong> Assist with operational controlling — budget planning, financial forecasting, and liquidity tracking. Help build monthly reporting, support ad hoc deep dives, and turn data into clear analysis that informs decisions.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>AI &amp; Automation:</strong> Spot and help implement opportunities to automate manual finance workflows using AI tools, low-code platforms, and smart integrations. Be part of the shift from static reporting to dynamic, AI-enhanced financial intelligence.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Cross-Functional Bridge:</strong> Help coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, and legal providers, and work alongside teams across the org such as Growth and Engineering.<br /></p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Your Background</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Education:</strong> Currently studying, on a gap year, or recently graduated in business, finance, economics, or a related field, ideally at a strong university.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Some Exposure:</strong> Any prior internship or coursework in finance, accounting, controlling, or consulting is a plus — but curiosity and drive matter most.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Analytical Chops:</strong> Strong analytical mindset and solid Excel skills. You enjoy turning messy data into clear answers.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Tech-Forward Mindset:</strong> A strong interest in AI tools and how they can automate and improve the way work gets done. Familiarity with BI or low-code tools is a bonus.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Accounting Basics:</strong> A foundational understanding of accounting principles; familiarity with German accounting practices or IFRS is a plus.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Languages:</strong> Strong German and English skills, written and spoken.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Mindset:</strong> Proactive, self-driven, and pragmatic. You're eager to learn, take ownership of your work, and get energized by working closely with leadership.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"><br /><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Real ownership from day one</strong> - direct access to founders and leadership, flat hierarchy.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Elite team and true ownership:</strong> You’ll work alongside 60 exceptional young people who match your ambition within a flat hierarchy - direct access to founders and leadership without bureaucratic middle layers.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Benefits:</strong> 28 days annual leave, mental health support via Nilo, Urban Sports Club, team and company events</p></li></ul><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.com/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in Germany</a> on Arbeitnow</a>