Working Student - Controlling (all genders)

Are you a numbers enthusiast with a keen eye for detail, eager to dive into the financial heartbeat of a dynamic tech scale-up? Imagine supporting critical financial decisions, analyzing performance, and gaining direct insight into how an internationally backed company navigates its growth, all from anywhere in the world. JustPlay is on the lookout for a motivated Working Student in Controlling to join our vibrant Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to roll up your sleeves, work alongside our Senior Controller and FP&A team, and truly make an impact on reporting, budgeting, and cost analysis. We value real responsibility and believe in nurturing talent, offering you a unique chance to shape your finance career from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Support our monthly reporting cycle and month-end tasks. You will prepare data, update essential reports, rigorously check figures, and help gather accrual inputs in collaboration with the Accounting team.
Contribute to maintaining the company budget and financial forecasts. This includes updating actuals and preparing clear overviews of actual versus budget performance for various cost center owners.
Track and analyze crucial cost blocks. Focus on areas like SaaS, cloud services, consulting fees, and payment processing charges, proactively flagging any unusual developments.
Reconcile key performance indicator (KPI) data from our BI tool (Metabase) against invoices and the general ledger. You will assist in identifying and resolving any inconsistencies.
Prepare insightful analyses, charts, and slides for business reviews. You will also play a role in improving and automating recurring finance processes to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

You are currently enrolled as a student in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Possess some practical experience, even if it's from an internship or a previous working student role. This is a definite advantage.
Demonstrate a strong analytical mindset and a meticulous approach to data.
You are proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, comfortable with data manipulation and analysis.
An ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbal, is essential.
You are a self-starter, highly motivated, and thrive in a remote work environment, managing your tasks efficiently.

What You'll Gain

Real-World Impact: Get hands-on experience in a critical finance function, directly contributing to the strategic direction of an exciting scale-up.
Mentorship & Growth: Work closely with experienced professionals in a supportive environment, learning best practices in controlling and financial planning.
International Exposure: Understand how an international shareholder influences company steering, offering a global perspective on business finance.
Skill Development: Enhance your analytical skills, gain expertise in reporting tools, and learn process automation techniques.
Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a fully remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world and balance your studies effectively.