Junior Finance Operations Analyst
Munich
Business Operations /
On-site
WHO WE ARE
At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.
What’s more, our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting-edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets.
To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together driving something extraordinary, radically transforming technology in the world.
WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION
-You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world
-You'll get to join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals
-Do your life’s best work and enjoy the journey
-Get to show that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent
YOUR IMPACT
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Finance Operations Analyst to join our amazing Business Operations team. This entry-level position is a great opportunity for someone passionate about financial operations and eager to gain experience in our international environment. The successful candidate will support a range of activities across accounts payable, banking operations, cash report, and intercompany agreements.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
-Accounts Payable and Vendor Relations: Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments, in Germany and our international subsidiaries. Ensure our good relationships with vendors by addressing inquiries and resolving payment-related issues promptly.
-Banking and Subsidiary Support: Assist the operations and finance teams in opening new bank accounts and supporting the setup of new subsidiaries, handling the associated administrative and financial documentation and processes.
-Cash Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliations between bank statements and accounting records, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and prompt resolution of discrepancies.
-Month-End Cash Reporting: Prepare cash reports for month-end closing, collaborating with our third party accounting to ensure all cash-related transactions are correctly captured and reported.
-Intercompany agreements: Support the maintenance of intercompany agreements, and assist in intercompany charges and cost allocations in accordance with internal policies and best accounting practices.
WHO YOU ARE
-Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
-1 to 3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
-Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
-Proficiency in Excel and comfort with financial systems (experience with expense management and procurement tools are a plus).
-Fluency in English; knowledge of German is a strong advantage
INTERVIEW PROCESS
Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)
Technical Screening (30 min)
Technical Panel (3x60 min)
CEO call (30 min)
At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high-performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.
