Finance Associate (German) (B2B contract)

Location: Candidates must be based in the European Union (EU) Schedule: 1 FTE (40 hours/week) Additional must conditions: B2B contract We are Baltic Assist, a trusted outsourcing and financial services partner to some of the most prominent Scandinavian tech start-ups and global brands. We specialize in delivering high-quality accounting, financial controlling, and advisory services, helping our clients optimize their financial operations. Our team is driven by a commitment to accuracy, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring that we meet the evolving needs of our partners and contribute to their ongoing success. What You'll Be Doing You’ll be providing high-quality accounting services in compliance with the principles of accounting for the portfolio of international companies. It is an exciting role with great responsibility and opportunities to grow. How You'll Spend Your Day

• Perform primary bookkeeping tasks, including recording invoices, bank transactions, and payments
• Collect, analyze, and enter financial and administrative data to ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounting records
• Reconcile bank accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Prepare periodic financial and management reports
• Communicate with clients on accounting-related matters and respond to their inquiries
• Support senior finance team members in daily accounting operations and ad hoc tasks
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory reports
• Maintain documentation and support audit processes when required
• Handle day-to-day accounting activities for assigned companies
• Provide guidance and support to junior or less experienced colleagues

You'll be successful if you have

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics/Mathematics/Business administration/Finance or similar.
• No less than 1-year professional experience in Finance or similar field.
• Good communication skills - fluency in written and spoken German and English is essential (at least B2 level).
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent MS Excel skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Independent thinking.

Interview process As part of the first interview, candidates will be asked to demonstrate their financial knowledge through a few targeted questions and a short practical task. This helps us assess your understanding of key concepts and your approach to solving real-world finance challenges. What We Offer

• Remote work model, to help you thrive in your career while maintaining a work-life balance.
• The chance to work in an international environment, collaborating with colleagues and clients across various countries and industries.
• Company-wide events and quarterly virtual team-building activities to foster collaboration and connection.
• Special gifts for key events and milestones.

At Baltic Assist, we believe that the strength of our team lies in the diversity of our backgrounds and perspectives. We are fully committed to promoting equal opportunities at every stage of our recruitment and selection processes. Recruitment at Baltic Assist is based solely on individual merit, qualifications, and professional competence. Our shortlisting, interviewing, and selection practices are conducted without discrimination on the grounds of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, age, veteran status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental status, trade union membership, or any other protected characteristics. By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge and consent that any information provided during the application process or available on the communication channels through which they were contacted (e.g., LinkedIn, email, or other professional platforms) may be collected, stored, and processed by Baltic Assist solely for recruitment purposes. Baltic Assist is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). All information collected during the recruitment process will be handled securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes. Your data will not be shared with unauthorized parties, and it will be retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process or as required by applicable laws. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with our privacy policy and GDPR guidelines.