Founder's Associate - Operations & Finance

Your missionAs our Founder’s Associate, your mission is to keep Ucaneo running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll oversee critical internal processes — from financial planning and grant coordination to operational administration such as inventory and visa support. You’ll help shape our company culture through well-organized events and smooth team operations. Working closely with the founders, you’ll build scalable systems that drive clarity, efficiency, and sustainable growth across the organization.Key ResponsibiltiesFinancial Control – manage company spending and invoicing through our financial tool, support budgeting and reporting cycles, and maintain up-to-date business plans and financial models.Grant & Funding Management – prepare financial documentation for public grants and funding programs, ensuring compliance, timely submissions, and accurate reporting.Asset & Inventory Management – establish and maintain an organized inventory of company assets, lab and office equipment, and procurement records.People & Operations – support HR administration, onboarding, and visa processes while coordinating procurement, contracts, and vendor relations.Culture & Events – organize company events, offsites, and team travel, fostering collaboration and a strong team culture across the organization.Your profileSkills & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.2–3 years in a Finance, Controlling, or Operations role, ideally in a startup or fast-paced environment.Strong proficiency in financial modeling and spreadsheet analysis, familiarity with expense management systems, and solid understanding of key SaaS metrics and business fundamentals. Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills (mandatory).Strong numerical and problem-solving abilities; data-driven decision-maker.Highly structured, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to communicate complex information clearly.Fluency in German and strong working proficiency in English.Workstyle and cultureFast learning and quick to grasp complex topicsA team player with a hands-on mentalityAuthentic and reflective selfself-Organizer and structures workstyle to keep focus and get things doneGood listener and effective communicator in cross-sectional teamCurious and open-mindedOtherValid Work Permit for Germany, or able to obtain a permitBenefitsUnique experience contributing to a first-of-a-kind climate-tech project (tFOAK).A steep learning curve, exposure to cross-functional challenges, and the ability to shape a project from the ground up.Working directly with the foundersFast-paced, collaborative environment where your decisions have a real impact.Competitive compensation and personal growth opportunities.Employee stock optionsFlexible working hoursRegular team eventsSubsidized BVG ticketLaptop and your individual work set up