Accountant - Apprenticeship

Wakam; France; Hybride; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A growing insurtech company in France is seeking a Junior Accounting Apprentice to support day-to-day accounting and contribute to reliable financial reporting. The role involves bookkeeping, checking supplier data, processing expenses, and assisting with closing activities. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance and possess strong Excel skills. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to learn in a dynamic and collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Prestations

True remote work flexibility

Lunch vouchers

Monthly Free.day for personal growth

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree seeking an apprenticeship.
• Comfortable with Excel and office tools.
• Rigorous, organised, detail-oriented, reliable.

Responsabilités

• Help with bookkeeping including entering and checking accounting entries.
• Participate in the supplier cycle checking invoices and data.
• Take part in compliance checks for expense reports.
• Assist with internal reporting and consolidation.
• Optimise accounting tools and processes.

Connaissances

Accounting knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Description du poste

Who We Are

Wakam is a B2B2C digital insurer building white‑label and embedded insurance solutions for 80+ partners across Europe. Active in 32 countries, we rely on a model where many key processes—underwriting, policy administration, claims and complaints management—are delegated to partners. Control is a core activity at Wakam, not just a regulatory requirement. We go beyond standard frameworks to ensure our partners deliver the best possible service to policyholders and that Wakam is fully in control of the risks and compliance obligations associated with delegated activities.

About the Team

You will join the Accounting, Consolidation & Reporting team within Wakam's Finance Department. The team is responsible for:

• Managing day‑to‑day general accounting
• Producing accurate financial information for stakeholders
• Supporting monthly, quarterly and annual closings
• Contributing to consolidation and reporting for the Group

We work closely with HR, FP&A and others in a dynamic, collaborative environment, supervised by the Head of Accounting, Consolidation & Reporting.

The Mission

As a Junior Accounting Apprentice, your mission is to support the smooth running of day‑to‑day accounting and contribute to reliable financial information. You will gradually gain exposure to the full accounting cycle, from basic entries to closing work, and develop understanding of how a fast‑growing insurtech manages its data.

Your Responsibilities

1. Day‑to‑Day General Accounting

Help with bookkeeping:

• Entering, checking and matching accounting entries
• Assisting with fixed assets cycle (acquisitions, disposals, depreciation)

2. Review and Follow‑Up of Receivables and Payables

Participate in the supplier cycle:

• Checking supplier data and invoices (amounts, allocations, consistency)
• Analyzing and justifying supplier balances (matching items, resolving anomalies)

3. Expense Reports

Take part in professional expenses process:

• Checking compliance of expense reports
• Entering and integrating expense reports into the accounting system
• Following up on reimbursements and improving the process

4. Support to Closing Activities

• Preparing and posting cut‑off entries (accruals, prepaid expenses, provisions)
• Reviewing and justifying accounts (matching, variance analysis, review files)
• Assisting with internal reporting and consolidation (data collection, consistency checks)

5. Continuous Improvement & Transversal Projects

• Optimise accounting tools and processes (automation, data quality)
• Update documentation (procedures, operating guidelines)

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; seeking an apprenticeship.
• Comfortable with Excel and office tools, eager to develop them.
• Rigorous, organised, detail‑oriented, reliable.
• Good interpersonal skills, enjoys teamwork, can communicate clearly.
• Curious, engaged, eager to learn and understand the full accounting cycle.

AI & Digital Mindset

Wakam uses AI and automation in Finance. We want someone who:

• Opens to digital tools and AI assistants for tasks.
• Has interest in automating repetitive tasks and improving data handling.
• Curious about tech improving accuracy, speed, analysis in accounting.

Why Join Wakam?

• Fast‑growing European insurtech, finance‑focused.
• End‑to‑end visibility of accounting and reporting.
• High autonomy and responsibility, adjusted for progression.
• Modern, innovative environment with continuous improvement focus.
• International, mission‑driven mission to build transparent, impactful insurance.

Hiring Process

1. Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner (academic background, motivations).
2. Interview with General Accounting Team Lead (account knowledge, workflow).

If you’re excited about this apprenticeship, we’d love to meet you.

More About Us

Explore our Mission‑Driven culture, remote flexibility, flat hierarchy and development time.

What Makes Us Unique?

• True remote work flexibility (Wakam From Anywhere program).
• Flat hierarchical system promoting direct impact.
• Monthly Free.day for personal growth.
• Lunch voucher with Swile card.
• Inclusive environment; diversity celebrated.

Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.