Finance Intern

Swapfiets; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch at office or small contribution

Workshops & talks

Volunteering day (one day off per year

Hybrid work: 3 days home, 2 days in-hr

Job summary

Swapfiets is seeking a Finance Operations Intern to join our Amsterdam HQ finance team. You’ll gain hands-on experience with accounts payable, digital workflows, and international finance processes across European entities.

You’ll work 32–40 hours per week for 6 months, in a structured role that emphasizes documentation, process adherence, and cross-country collaboration in a growing international company.

Qualifications

• Minimum HBO/WO level in Finance/Accounting or related field.
• Accurate mindset with ability to follow process instructions carefully.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills in digital finance systems and workflows.
• Excellent communication skills with professional fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Enrolled in a Dutch university or on an exchange program/recent graduate visa allowing internship in The Netherlands.
• Availability for 6 months and 32–40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operational finance tasks across multiple countries.
• Manage invoice workflows and assist with digital invoice processing.
• Handle finance mailbox and document handling.
• Follow up with creditors and payment processes.
• Maintain and update bank, receipt, and expense administration.
• Assist with cross-country finance operations and systems maintenance.

Job description

Are you ready to join the blue tire movement?

Hi, we are Swapfiets! The bicycle subscription where you are always assured of a working bicycle. Our mission? Making cities more livable and sustainable under the motto ‘buy less, use more’. Do you see a challenge instead of a problem? And are you ready for an acceleration in your career? Then you are ready for the Swapfiets adventure!

We are looking for a highly structured and detail-oriented Finance Operations Intern to join our dynamic Finance Team at our Amsterdam HQ. If you are eager to learn how finance operations drive a growing international company from the inside out, this is your next ride!

Your next ride starts here

As our Finance Operations Intern, you will dive straight into the engine room of our finance department. This is a practical, hands‑on role where you will support our daily operational finance activities across multiple countries. You will work within the Finance department, gaining direct exposure to accounts payable, digital workflows, and international finance processes. It’s the perfect place to understand how structured work and clear documentation ensure smooth business continuity.

How you pedal us forward

You will support our daily business continuity by taking ownership of various operational finance tasks. Together with the team, you will:

• Manage invoice workflows: Support the digital invoice processing and ensure everything flows smoothly.
• Handle finance communication: Take charge of the finance mailbox and document handling.
• Follow up with creditors: Support creditor relations and payment follow-ups.
• Keep administration flawless: Assist with bank, receipt, and expense administration.
• Optimize systems: Maintain and update finance systems and process administrations.
• Support the team: Assist with other general finance operations and cross‑country tasks.

What you will learn

This internship is designed to give you a solid foundation in finance. You will gain practical, real‑world experience in accounts payable, creditor follow‑up, and document control. Additionally, you’ll get valuable insights into how digital workflows and clear communication support reliable operations across multiple European entities.

The gear you need

You are, or were recently, a student, in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. You thrive on structured work, enjoy recurring operational tasks, and have a sharp eye for detail.

Next to that, you bring

• Minimum HBO/WO working and thinking level;
• An accurate mindset and the ability to follow process instructions carefully;
• Enthusiasm for developing skills in digital finance systems and workflows;
• Excellent communication skills with a professional fluency in English (written and spoken);
• You are enrolled in a Dutch university, or are on an exchange program/recent graduate visa that allows you to do an internship in The Netherlands;
• Availability for 6 months, starting as soon as possible;
• Availability for 32-40 hours per week.

Benefits for a smooth ride

• Delicious lunch at the office for a small contribution.
• Lots of workshops, training sessions, and inspirational talks.
• One day off per year to do voluntary work, fully paid by Swapfiets.
• Flexible working: hybrid setup from home (3 days) and at our Amsterdam office (2 days).

Pedalling Towards Inclusivity at Swapfiets!

At Swapfiets, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. While we are proud of the progress we've made, we acknowledge that we still have work to do to create the inclusive environment we envision. We are committed to continuous growth, learning, and fostering a workplace where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Join us on our journey to make Swapfiets an even more vibrant and inclusive community!