About this role
bunch is building the backbone of private markets, combining exceptional expertise, operational excellence, and frictionless technology. The platform enables funds and private investors to seamlessly and securely set up and manage their investment entities.
To expand our core team, we're seeking a passionate finance professional who wants to play a pivotal role in growing our business and revolutionising the private markets.
How the role contributes to the company's vision
bunch is growing quickly, and our Finance Team serves as the backbone to enhance our growth trajectory. You will help to keep Finance at bunch running smoothly by keeping our payables record up to date, ensuring that bunch is funding its growth efficiently.
This is a Working Student role at max. 20 hours per week.
We can discuss any scheduling requirements you may have as part of the interview process.
Top responsibilities
Be responsible for preliminary accounting for all bunch companies (including in Germany, the UK and the Netherlands), mainly via our spend management system Moss
Ensure data for monthly closings is provided on time and support our accounts payable management
Support bunch’s growth by working on strategic finance projects
Work closely, together with our Head of Finance & Tax and our Finance & Accounting Manager, as an integral part of the core Finance Team to ensure alignment between accounting and FP&A
Coordinate with external tax consultants handling accounting, annual financial statements and tax matters of the bunch companies
Collaborate with bunch's automation team at the interface between finance, operations and automation
What you should bring with you
Completed Bachelor studies in business administration, economics, business law or similar. We also welcome candidates who are near completion of their Bachelor studies (i.e., currently writing their Bachelor thesis) or who have completed a Bachelor-like degree
Current enrollment in a university degree, i.e., Master’s degree or last semester of Bachelor degree
Ideally experience with spend management tools (e.g. Moss, Spendesk) and DATEV or similar software, and the willingness to expand previous knowledge
Attention to detail and deadline-orientation
Excitement about being part of a dynamic, innovative, fast-moving and creative environment and the company culture of bunch
Commitment, flexibility and personal responsibility
German and English (at least C1), but no German or English native speakers are required
Eligibility to work as a Working Student (Werkstudent) in Germany is required
Diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged
Why you should join bunch
Gain hands-on exposure to day-to-day accounting operations as well as month-end routines. This is a practical role intended to give you real accounting experience and improve process ownership
Take part in a network of people passionate about investment and work closely with the most interesting players in private markets
Benefit from working with a diverse mix of talents, unrivalled energy and team spirit within a culture of drive and ownership
Flexible hours, hybrid office setup, and 28 days of vacation per year (pro rata for this part-time position) plus public holidays
A great tech and work setup with everything you need
What your interview journey will look like
First interview with our Finance & Accounting Manager, Marc, to get acquainted with bunch and to discover the role and discuss how your journey has prepared you for it, your learnings along the way, your goals and your overall personal purpose
Case Interview with our Head of Finance & Tax, Malte, to demonstrate your way of thinking, working and communicating your output
Final meeting with a senior leader to give you a wider picture and discuss any open questions
Reference Calls to confirm your relationship-building ability (optional)
About bunch
bunch is an investment tech startup founded in Berlin in 2021. With a proven track record, bunch has garnered trust from leading fund managers and institutional LPs, who have collectively committed over €5 billion through the platform.
The private markets are experiencing unprecedented growth, with alternative assets expected to reach nearly $40 trillion by the end of the decade, yet still reliant on outdated tools and methods.
We recently closed our $15.5 million Series A to accelerate bunch’s mission to bring a trillion-dollar industry into the 21st century, driving a much-needed digital transformation.
At bunch, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees because we value and celebrate diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we do not tolerate discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.