Accounting & Finance Manager (f/m/d)

bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you. We are looking for a (Senior) Finance and Accounting Manager to be the backbone of our day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role sitting at the intersection of accounting, billing, and process improvement. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out all key financial operations, including preparatory accounting (vorbereitende Buchhaltung), spend management and client invoicing, across all our bunch entities. We’re looking for someone who can rock accounting but has expanded (or wants to further expand) into financial generalist topics and take on more responsibility across the finance function. In your role, you will have direct exposure to the full finance function of a fast-growing fintech. You will report directly to the Head of Finance and will have the opportunity to grow your role within the Finance Team over time; for appropriate senior-level experience, you can enter at a Senior Manager role. From day one, you will play a critical role in strengthening and optimising our financial operations as we grow and scale across markets. YOUR ROLE * Handle all our preparatory accounting (including assigning cost centers and cost units) on both the creditor and debtor side (Kreditoren- und Debitorenbuchhaltung) and be responsible for exports to our external accountants in all our jurisdictions. * Own our spend management processes, including weekly invoice review and approval, credit card and employee reimbursement management, and direct debit setup, and make sure we pay our bills on time. * Run quarterly and annual invoicing across all products and jurisdictions and take the lead on reducing manual effort by working with our analytics and other teams to improve and automate our invoicing setup. You'll also track client payments and flag overdue accounts. * Support our monthly close by coordinating with external accountants across all jurisdictions and entities, ensuring timely delivery of monthly and annual accounts and that our external partners always have what they need on time. * Support on our regular tax filings, such as for VAT, across our entities. * Conduct monthly payroll reviews and serve as the internal point of contact for payroll-related questions — including social security, health insurance, pension contributions, and employee benefits — as well as financial employee policies such as expense reimbursement. * Support equity financing rounds alongside Legal, Strategy, and FP&A — including due diligence and data room preparation. You'll also pick up one-off banking and insurance needs as they arise. About you * At least 2–4 years of experience in an in-house finance role, reputable consultancy, or completed training as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellte/r) or accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter/in). This role has flexibility in its seniority — for more senior candidates beyond 5-6 years experience, we can offer a “Senior Manager” role * Mastery of the fundamentals of accounting and familiarity with common tax issues arising in a multi-jurisdictional company * Hands-on experience with accounting, billing, and spend management tools (e.g. DATEV, Stripe, Moss, Spendesk) or similar systems * Highly organised and reliable, with a track record of owning recurring processes independently * Genuine interest in process optimisation and automation — you notice inefficiencies and want to fix them * Strong attention to detail and quality orientation * A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and comfort handling new responsibilities * High level of ownership, reliability, and flexibility * SaaS and/or fund industry experience is a plus * Fluency in English (C1+ level), at least B1 in German * Be excited about working in a fluid, innovative, fast-paced, and creative environment and about being a part of bunch's culture * Diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged Workplace & Benefits * Competitive salary * Customizable benefits package (wellbeing, sport, mobility, food, and more) * 28 days of vacation, plus 2 company days and local public holidays * Remote-flexible hybrid (3 days/week in office) * Up to 4 remote calendar weeks a year * A great tech and work setup * Work with a diverse team of 120+ bunchies from 40+ countries, with leaders who are best-in-class in their domains Hiring process 1. People Team Interview (30 min) – Meet us & ensure mutual fit 2. Deep Dive Interview (45 min) – Collaboration, ownership, and culture 3. Case Study (90 min) – Technical skillset evaluation with our hiring manager 4. Final Stakeholder Interview (60 min) – Meet your important stakeholders About bunch bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management. We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it. ____ At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We process personal data in line with applicable laws (including GDPR). See our Privacy Policy for details on your rights and how to reach us.

Total Compensation Range: €45,000 – €60,000 THE POSITION If you're excited about working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and want to take the next step in your Finance career, this role is for you. We’re looking for a driven and analytical (Junior) Finance Manager (FP&A) to join our Finance team in Berlin. In this role, you’ll take ownership of core financial planning and analysis activities, including monthly management reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling. You’ll work closely with senior finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to translate data into insights that shape strategic decisions. Your mission: You’ll play a key role in scaling and professionalizing our Finance function. This includes continuously improving our FP&A processes, increasing automation across reporting and forecasting workflows, and leveraging modern tools including AI-driven solutions to enhance data quality, speed, and decision-making. You’ll gain broad exposure to all of Hive’s markets, service offerings, and financial dynamics, developing a strong understanding of how each contributes to our overall business model and long-term growth. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Own and continuously improve monthly management reporting, including KPIs, variance analyses, and business performance insights * Drive forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning, improving accuracy and transparency * Build and maintain financial models to support strategic, investment, and operational decisions * Automate and scale FP&A processes, including improving data structures, dashboards, and ad-hoc analyses to enable accurate, data-driven decision-making * Partner closely with business stakeholders to translate operational data into actionable financial insights YOUR PROFILE We know—you might not tick every single box. If this role excites you and you see yourself growing into it, we’d still love to hear from you. * Relevant Experience: You bring 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a finance or analytical role, backed by a solid academic background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field. * Strong Analytical Skills: Structured thinker with a passion for numbers, able to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights * Advanced Technical Tooling: You bring strong expertise in Google Sheets and SQL; familiarity with Lucanet, Datev, or similar finance systems is an advantage. * Automation & Tech Mindset: You’re curious about process automation and AI, and motivated to reduce manual work through smarter tools and workflows * Startup Mentality & Communication: Hands-on, proactive, adaptable, and confident working cross-functionally with both finance and non-finance teams. * Fluent in English: Strong written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting (German is a plus, not a requirement) OUR OFFERING * Build something that matters: Hive is redefining commerce operations in a €200B+ market. We already reach tens of millions of consumers a year and power 600+ independent brands, and we're just getting started. * Work with exceptional people: a high-performing, ambitious team, many from McKinsey, Amazon, Shopify, Google, TikTok, and Trade Republic. * Grow with Hive: own impactful projects from day one and grow as we scale. We're a meritocracy: your impact drives your progression, not your past titles. * Time to recharge: 30 vacation days a year, plus a paid 20-day sabbatical every three years. * Competitive compensation: market-competitive salary and an equity incentive plan (EIP) for all full-time team members. * Your setup, your choice: a MacBook (or laptop of your choice) plus accessories like an extra monitor or headphones, and a €46/month productivity budget to spend how you work best (from month 4; €23 for interns and working students from month 3). * Food and fitness: free lunch once per week at the Berlin office + daily 50% subsidy on lunch by ChefCoco, free drinks and snacks, and a €20/month Urban Sports Club subsidy for full-time team members. * Flexibility and connection: flexible working hours, internal training led by Hive experts, regular team events (€30/person/month budget), and company-wide multi-day offsites that bring all of Hive together * Extras: partner discounts on Raus stays, gym platforms, and a corporate benefits portal. About us  We're revolutionizing e-commerce operations. At Hive, we empower brands to excel in the digital commerce era through our innovative operations platform. By combining cutting-edge technology with a curated network of top-tier operations partners, we deliver measurable results. Our comprehensive platform streamlines the entire operational chain through a single, intuitive interface. Since our founding in 2020, we've rapidly grown to become one of Europe's leading operations platform, partnering with hundreds of innovative brands. With strategic locations in Berlin, Paris, Milan, Madrid, London, and Amsterdam. Backed by prestigious investors including Tiger Global, Earlybird, and Picus Capital, we're scaling our impact across Europe. Diversity and inclusion are core to our success. We actively cultivate an environment where every team member, regardless of background, can thrive. We welcome talent from all walks of life, regardless of religion, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. At Hive, authenticity and professional growth go hand in hand.