ABOUT SPEEDINVEST
Speedinvest is a leading early-stage venture capital firm with more than €1.2 billion AuM and 30+ investment managers based in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, and Vienna. Our dedicated sector-focused teams are the first to fund Europe’s most innovative technology startups and our in-house operational experts are on hand to offer founders ongoing support with growth, HR, market expansion, and more. Bitpanda, GoStudent, Wayflyer, Moove, CoachHub, Schüttflix, TourRadar, Adverity, TWAICE and many others are among our portfolio of 300+ companies.
We are looking to expand our team and are hiring a full-time Finance / FP&A Analyst to join our Finance team.
ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Finance / FP&A Analyst, you will be a key point of contact and a crucial link between various aspects of our finance operations. You will work closely with the Head of Finance, as well as our Accounting & Treasury, Fund Reporting and Portfolio Controlling teams, to ensure the smooth flow of financial information and the integrity of our financials. Your responsibilities will encompass a blend of management control, business planning and modelling, process improvement, and business intelligence initiatives.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Acting as a bridge between internal accounting, fund administration, and portfolio controlling teams, ensuring seamless information flow and alignment.
- Developing and maintaining robust Excel-based models for financial analysis and reporting.
- Contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes for our funds and management entities.
- Establishing, documenting, and improving financial processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Driving Business Intelligence (BI) initiatives, including the development of insightful dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI.
- Assisting in the creation of informative financial and management reports suitable for various audiences, from management to staff.
- Summarising key findings using presentation tools such as PowerPoint for both management reviews and internal updates.
- Developing a strong understanding of relevant finance and controlling principles, ideally with some exposure to Austrian GAAP (UGB).
- Collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders across different teams.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in a business-related field such as Finance, Controlling, or Accounting. Other educational backgrounds with a strong understanding of Business Administration and Finance will also be considered.
- Solid foundational knowledge in controlling and finance-related topics.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office/Google Workspace tools.
- Experience or a strong interest in Business Intelligence tools, particularly Power BI, and a willingness to learn and utilise new technologies to improve productivity.
- Excellent analytical skills with a high attention to detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.
- A proactive attitude with a dedicated work ethic and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to different audiences.
- Fluency in English is essential. German language skills will be very advantageous
- An understanding of the venture capital or investment fund industry would be beneficial but is not a prerequisite.
WHAT WE OFFER?
- A unique opportunity to be part of a leading European venture capital firm.
- A challenging and rewarding role with the opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of fund management.
- An innovative and growth-oriented work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.
- The chance to work closely with a talented and international team.
- A flexible work environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong analytical mind and a passion for finance to make a significant contribution to a growing venture capital firm. If you are looking for a role where you can leverage your finance and project management skills, drive process improvements, and contribute to strategic decision-making, we encourage you to apply.
According to Austrian law we are required to state a minimum salary for this position. The expected annual gross salary for this role, on a full-time basis is EUR 50,000.00. The salary will be a competitive package based on previous work experience, hence overpayment is possible.
Speedinvest believes in equal opportunities for everyone and encourages diversity and inclusion. We want to encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply to the Venture Capital world. We process all applications without regard to gender, nationality, race, color, religion, age, disability status, sexual orientation or marital status.
