Learn to maintain accurate and timely financial records
Support in processing invoices, payments, and journal entries
Assist with reconciliation of accounts, ledgers, and bank statements
Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities
Support the creation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other internal financial reports
Learn how to monitor expenditure across cost centers and projects
Assist in allocating direct and indirect costs in line with internal and funder requirements
Assist in annual budget planning processes
Contribute to regular re-forecasting based on actuals and updated assumptions
Support in preparing cash flow projections
Learn to monitor liquidity needs and analyse variances between forecasted and actual cash flows
Assist in preparing documents and reports required by banks
Learn to support treasury-related tasks, such as payments scheduling and cash management
Gain experience in preparing financial reports for grantors and funding bodies
Support procurement processes, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements
Assist in issuing invoices and following up on outstanding payments
Support preparations for statutory and project-specific audits
Learn to gather evidence, organise documentation, and communicate with auditors
Learn to apply internal controls and ensure adherence to financial policies.

Degree (or final-semester student) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
Strong interest in building a career in Finance
Good analytical and numerical skills
Detail-oriented with a proactive and structured working style
Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative
Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team
Proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with accounting systems is a plus
Proficiency in both English and German (written and spoken) at a professional working level is essential.

Finance Trainee

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