Student Intern in Finance & Accounting (m/f/d)

Employment Status: Working Student (15–20 hours per week)

Your Mission

You’ll support our growing finance team in its day-to-day operations and, together with the finance specialists, ensure that incoming invoices, master data, and documents are processed reliably, accurately, and efficiently. In this role, you’ll take on clearly defined tasks in financial accounting, gain practical insights into key accounting processes, and help ensure that our small team remains effective even as the volume of documents increases.

Your Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (Major)

  • Entry and preliminary account assignment of incoming invoices in the ERP system according to specified posting rules
  • Verification of incoming invoices for formal accuracy, e.g., required information, VAT, and recipient
  • Forwarding Invoices in the Digital Approval Workflow and Tracking Pending Approvals
  • Maintenance and Filing of Documents in Digital Document Management Systems

Master Data & Administration

  • Creation and maintenance of vendor master data in the ERP system, such as vendor records, bank account information, and payment terms, under the guidance of the Finance Specialist
  • Support for the archiving and digitization of records and documents
  • Maintenance and Filing of Documents in Digital Document Management Systems

Account Reconciliation (Support)

  • Assisting with the reconciliation of open items in accounts payable
  • Assistance in resolving disputes and addressing inquiries with suppliers, in writing and based on documentation

General Support

  • Assistance in preparing documents for tax advisors or certified public accountants
  • Support with month-end closing tasks, such as verifying that all documents are complete, checklists, and documentation
  • Assistance in resolving disputes and addressing inquiries with suppliers, in writing and based on documentation

What you will need

Professional Experience

  • You are currently studying business administration, accounting, business informatics, or a similar field of study
  • Initial practical experience gained through internships or part-time jobs in the business field is an advantage
  • Basic knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB), ideally supplemented by a basic understanding of IFRS
  • You already have a basic understanding of source documents, accounts, and journal entries
  • Experience handling incoming invoices and formal invoicing requirements is a plus, but not required

Technical Skills

  • Proficient Use of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
  • Some experience with an ERP system is helpful, but not required
  • You enjoy working with digital tools and structured data management

Personal

  • A high degree of care and accuracy, especially when entering documents
  • A reliable and structured approach to work, even when performing repetitive tasks
  • A willingness to learn and an interest in finance and accounting
  • Team-oriented and easy collaboration within our small finance team
  • Discretion in Handling Internal Financial Data

Required language skills

  • German: Excellent written and spoken proficiency
  • English: Good to very good written and spoken proficiency

Framework & Collaboration

  • Start: as soon as possible
  • Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week
  • Location: hybrid / in person in Berlin
  • Work schedule: flexible, in coordination with the team and your course of study

Here's what you can expect from us

  • A practical introduction to financial accounting with real insight into operational accounting processes
  • The opportunity to take on responsibility for clearly defined tasks while continuing to learn
  • A collegial work environment with short decision-making processes and an open team culture
  • Flexible work hours that fit well with your studies
  • The opportunity to further your professional development and grow with us in the future

What You Should Know About Us

At Peak Mobility, you’ll help shape the future of mobility. We develop software for depot and train management, operations control systems, and personnel scheduling for public transit and regional rail operators – both in Germany and internationally. From our Berlin office, you’ll work with us to ensure that mobility on the road and rail is reliable, efficient, and sustainable.

Does this sound like you? Then join Peak Mobility.
Just send us your application, including your resume, your earliest possible start date, and a brief note about your availability. We look forward to getting to know you.

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