Finance Intern - Accounting & Controls - Studentjob.ch

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Dialectic is a crypto-native organization of builders and capital advisors based in Zug, Switzerland. The company focuses on investing in and building software for emerging crypto and blockchain technologies, and acts as investment advisor to several offshore funds serving global investors. Dialectic values an entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies, a strong team atmosphere, and a commitment to leveraging modern AI tools and workflows. Leverage AI tools and agentic workflows to automate repetitive financial operations, reporting, reconciliation, research, and internal processes. Assist with month-end and year-end close, including accruals, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements and reports under Swiss law and IFRS. Support Swiss tax filing preparation (VAT, withholding tax) and audit fieldwork, including PBC schedules and responses to external auditor queries. Document financial processes, workflows, and SOPs; support the review, standardization, and design of internal controls; flag exceptions, variances, and process gaps. Support monthly NAV closings with portfolio managers and fund administrators, including gathering and analysing on-chain data, reviewing NAV packs, and preparing reporting materials for regulatory bodies, investors, and internal management. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance monitoring through data gathering, variance analysis, and contributing research and preliminary insights to the finance team and senior leadership. Demonstrated fluency with modern AI tools and workflows, including platforms such as Claude, Claude Code, Codex, and related AI-assisted productivity and automation tools. Relevant experience in accounting, audit, or finance (internship and early-career roles included). Foundational knowledge of accounting principles; exposure to Swiss law (Swiss Code of Obligations) and/or IFRS. Proficiency with MS Excel or Google Sheets. Strong attention to detail and ability to organise and document work clearly. Demonstrated integrity, humility, intellectual curiosity, and openness to learning. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative under guidance. Fluent in English; German is a plus. Nice-to-haves include interest in DeFi, crypto markets, digital assets, or blockchain; familiarity with hedge fund terms and documents (offering memoranda, subscription agreements); knowledge of offshore fund structures (e.g., Cayman, BVI); progress toward a professional qualification (e.g., Swiss Fachausweis Finanz- und Rechnungswesen, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent). A dynamic, collegial working environment in a small team operating at the frontier of crypto and blockchain technology. Contemporary working conditions with significant space for personal development alongside the company. Exposure to highly talented colleagues and clients with unique investment profiles. Flat hierarchies and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Dialectic is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity of ideas.

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