Finance Operations Intern, GitGuardian

• Currently studying for a Master's degree (Bac +4/5 or equivalent) in Finance, Audit, or Management Control
• Enjoys working with numbers, organized, and eager to take initiative
• Practical knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets; interest in automation and digital tools
• Comfortable communicating in English (written and spoken)
• Analytical, proactive, and keen to take ownership of tasks
• A strong interest in finance and the startup ecosystem, as this internship sits at the intersection of both fields

Desirable

• GitGuardian’s Finance team drives strategic growth by ensuring financial stability, operational efficiency, and insightful decision-making. Through close collaboration with the Go-to-Market, R&D, and G&A teams, we manage complex financial challenges, optimize processes, and support business objectives
• In recent years, our team has achieved significant milestones: modernizing financial reporting systems, strengthening internal controls, and supporting key strategic initiatives
• We are looking for an eager-to-learn and motivated Finance Operations Intern who aims to combine strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset
• In this role, you will report directly to your manager, Thomas, FP&A Manager. You will also work closely with the Accounting Manager, Andrea, and on certain topics, with the Finance Director, Yohann
• Translate data into financial insights, guiding strategic decisions and future growth
• Contribute to monthly financial reporting by not just compiling data, but also by applying a critical perspective to identify and question inconsistencies, ensuring our performance metrics are insightful
• Assist in the budget and forecast cycles by helping to prepare data and financial models, ensuring our plans are grounded in real-world business context
• Conduct market research to enhance our benchmarking capabilities by gathering and synthesizing public data on competitors and the industry to provide actionable insights
• Ensure the accuracy of financial records
• Assist the Quote-to-Cash process by supporting deal registration, updating customer billing schedules, and facilitating revenue reconciliation to ensure alignment from contract to collection
• Support the Purchase-to-Pay process by processing supplier invoices, tracking payments, and helping maintain accurate purchasing records to improve cash-out forecasting
• Actively participate in the month-end close, handling specific reconciliations and ensuring the correct analytical mapping of transactions
• Adapt to new technologies and business needs
• Gain exposure to our finance transformation by participating in projects to improve our systems, including the implementation of new tools, AI solutions, and automated workflows

• 1. Initial screening call with Thomas (FP&A Manager)
• Get to know each other and explore your professional aspirations to assess whether this opportunity aligns with your goals and our needs
• 2. In-depth interview with your future mentors: Thomas (FP&A Manager) and Andrea (Accounting Manager)
• Objectives:
• Dive deeper into your background, experience, and achievements
• Introduce you to the team and our working environment
• Assess your skills and fit for the role
• Help you envision yourself in the position
• You'll also be asked to prepare a very short case study at home and present your approach to the team
• 3. Interview with a Senior Manager
• To gain insight into GitGuardian's strategic direction and our ambitious plans for the coming years, while discussing how this role contributes to our overall vision