Working Student - Financial Accounting (f/m/d)

Job description

In the 1950s, global trade changed for good. The invention of the standardized container suddenly meant that transporting goods across the world became affordable. And with that, paved the way for globalization and global wealth. But contrary to the container, most surrounding processes have not been standardized nor innovated and are still frustratingly complex, manual, and error-prone.

That s why our ambition is to use technology to simplify the logistics of global trade, making the processes around the container as simple as the container itself. We do that by providing a neutral infrastructure that connects all logistics companies to remove friction and create economic opportunity.

Financial Accounting Working Student (f/m/d)

As our Financial Accounting Working Student, you will be assisting the team with various financial activities that support ERP implementation. You ensure smooth and timely processing and identify areas for improvement and optimization. You will help to facilitate a finance-conscious mindset across the company. For that purpose, you will be working directly with other Finance employees at xChange.

You will need to be analytical, structured, and a team player, who is attentive to details on the one hand, but also able to prioritize when working towards finance deadlines. Additionally, integrity, a practical can do mindset, and good communication skills are some of your key strengths. Practical expertise in bookkeeping is preferred and qualification in accounting is beneficial.

Requirements

Your responsibilities in a nutshell

• Assisting with the invoices from vendors and reimbursements process: collecting the invoices and receipts, reviewing, correctly recording in accordance with VAT codes, and allocating them to accounts and cost centers.
• Processing credit card invoices and receipts.
• Helping with activities in relation to the ERP (NetSuite) implementation.
• Helping with bank reconciliation for the amounts paid to vendors.
• Assisting with quarterly reporting and month-close activities.

What we re looking for

• A good understanding of best accounting practices and principles
• Ideally some practical experience in accounting and bookkeeping
• Ability to be accountable and make clear decisions
• Preferably experience using an ERP system
• Self-starter attitude with a high personal drive you are excited about being a part of rapid growth and not afraid to get your hands dirty
• Fluency in English (Knowledge of German is a plus)

What we have to offer:

• Ownership from day one & direct impact on the success of our company!
• A dynamic and international team with 60+ nationalities across our growing 300+ team members & extremely flat hierarchies
• A highly scalable product with a proven product-market fit ready to change the industry & do something good
• A great working atmosphere with an open-minded and collaborative culture plus a team of highly motivated & enthusiastic colleagues who can't wait for you to join
• A fast-paced work environment and complex intellectual challenges from day 1
• Great location brand new office in the heart of Hamburg, enjoy the view of the iconic Elbphilharmonie concert hall from our rooftop terrace
• It goes without saying: Flexible home-office rules, regular team events (also online), and of course, a wide variety of fruits, snacks, and drinks in the Hamburg office
• A competitive equity package, all employees become shareholders in xChange
• Subsidized HVV Profi ticket to travel freely within Hamburg
• Opportunity to lease a bike and pay through your monthly payslip (huge discounts included)
• Access to the F rstenberg Institut for personal coaching and counseling
• Support for German language classes
• Refer a friend for our full-time positions and get a referral bonus