Working Student – Accounting & Finance (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

Pliant is a European fintech specializing in B2B payment solutions. Our modular, API-first platform helps businesses streamline spending, improve cash flow, and integrate payments into their financial workflows. Designed for industries with complex payment needs, such as travel and fleet, Pliant enables greater efficiency, control, and profitability.

We serve two primary customer segments:

• Companies looking to optimize operational processes through intuitive apps and APIs, gaining control, automation, and financial flexibility through extended credit lines.

• Businesses such as financial software platforms, ERP providers, and banks that want to launch or enhance their credit card offerings using Pliant’s embedded finance and white-label solutions.

Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, Pliant supports over 4,000 businesses and more than 20 partners globally. As a licensed e-money institution (EMI), we issue credit cards in 11 currencies across more than 30 countries, helping companies streamline and simplify payments.

Learn more at www.getpliant.com

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for a Working Student to join our Finance team and support our accounting operations at Pliant GmbH. You'll work hands-on in day-to-day finance — invoice processing, payment workflows, bookkeeping support — while also getting real exposure to how a fast-scaling fintech runs its financial infrastructure. If you're comfortable in digital tools, curious about automation, and want to contribute beyond routine tasks, this role is for you.

This is a working student role (20 hours per week). While we ideally look for someone based in Berlin, remote work can also be considered.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

1. Accounts Payable & Bookkeeping

   • Process and review incoming invoices in our digital tools

   • Support documentation and filing

   • Assist with payment runs and verification workflows

1. Accounting Operations

   • Maintain master data, records, and document organisation

   • Support pre-accounting and reconciliation tasks

   • Collaborate with tax advisors and internal stakeholders

1. Month-End Support

   • Assist with monthly and annual close preparation

   • Support intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet tasks

1. Process & Automation

   • Flag inefficiencies and help improve accounting workflows

   • Support the use of AI tools to reduce manual work

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Currently enrolled in a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or similar

• First experience in accounting or finance admin — internships count

• You feel comfortable with digital-first workflows

• Curious about AI and how it can make finance teams more efficient

• Structured, reliable, and proactive — you take ownership and follow through

• Fluent in English; German skill is a strong plus
  

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to work in a growing team with big responsibilities that thrives on a strong exchange of knowledge and excellence

• Attractive remuneration

• Flat hierarchy and transparent communication in a relaxed, professional atmosphere

• Opportunity to develop your talent in a dynamic team with ambitious goals

• Flexibility and possibility to work remotely

• Monthly mobility benefit

• Wellhub Membership

• Pliant Card with monthly credit to explore the product and enjoy food with colleagues
  

At Pliant, we believe diversity and inclusion are essential to building not only an innovative product but also an exceptional experience for both our customers and our team. This commitment begins with our hiring process—we welcome individuals of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, religions, national origins, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, and abilities. If you require accommodations or accessibility support during the interview process, please let us know in your application so we can make sure your experience is seamless.