Jobs

Responsibilities

• Preparation and booking of accounts directly in Oracle Netsuite
• Reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable
• Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Preparation of (sales) tax returns
• Invoice approval and creation according to tax requirements
• Active liaison with tax consultant
• Supporting and overseeing purchasing processes and inventory
• Ensuring that effective internal controls are in place
• Setting up interfaces for finance infrastructure and supporting controlling needs
• Assisting GMs in various topics like maintenance, vendor management, etc.

Requirements

• BA, or higher-level degree in Accounting or related fields
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as an accountant, or similar roles
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, especially HGB
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel • Experience and interest in implementing financial tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• Strong problem-solving skills resulting in sound judgments and decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
• High level of integrity and dependability
• Results-and goal-orientated while maintaining high standards for self and others
• Strong personality with an ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
• Affinity towards hospitality, finance, and technology

What we offer

We will offer you an unparalleled internship experience in a beautiful location with a strong potential to learn and grow. This role would support our two project managers in the development of the emerging Flussbad campus and the countryside retreat Arnesse. You will contribute to a work environment that is respectful, considerate, team-oriented, and open to dialogue.

Tasks

• Assist with project coordination (main focus on our developments in Germany)
• Support with the creation of documents, presentations, translations, guidelines, etc.
• Keep project information up to date, monitor timeline & deliverables
• Support in providing updates to stakeholders regarding strategy, adjustments, and progress
• Handle travel and lodging arrangements for project partners
• Conduct research on various topics within the hospitality industry
• Special projects & event organization
• Assist with office administrational tasks
• Assist with ongoing communication & tasks between operations and project management team

Requirements

• You should have a genuine interest in trends within the hospitality world
• You identify with the principles and ethos of Slowness, and ideally look to convert the internship into a long-term employment
• You should be energetic and detail-oriented, with a passion for culture, design, hospitality, and travel
• We value candidates who take initiative, are solutions-oriented, and are quick with creative thinking
• Your communication skills in English and German (written and spoken) should be excellent
• You should have proficiency in Excel
• The internship is a full-time position and must be a mandatory part of a bachelor’s or master’s program

Role Description

With the further development and growth of the Slow Places, visual identity and content will play a crucial role in positioning and brand awareness. We are looking for a talented Art Director to join our creative team. Working closely with the Lead Art Director, they will be responsible for evolving and driving our visual aesthetic and ensuring that it is consistently communicated across various platforms. We’re looking for someone with a strong focus on photography art direction, experienced in curating, concepting and executing content.

What we offer

We offer an unparalleled work experience in a beautiful location with big a potential to learn and grow. We continually strive to find new ways to reward our teams, providing development opportunities, access to facilities and generous discounts. We value our office but work in a hybrid set-up, which allows you to manage your time autonomously and flexibly. You will contribute to a work environment that is respectful, considerate, team-oriented and supports open dialogue.

Responsibilities

• Concept, plan and execute creative productions and art direct on-set.
• Art direct brand photography and content.
• Curate social media accounts and digital visual content with a strong focus on imagery selection and curation.
• Support the creative development of our visual branding materials, including digital campaigns, print collateral, and interior branding of our properties, ensuring that all visual elements align with our brand identity and marketing objectives.
• Manage the full lifecycle of creative projects, from initial concept to final delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to ensure that all artwork, graphics, typography, and visual assets meet our high-quality expectations and resonate with our target audience.
• Support, collaborate and take direction from the Lead Art Director to evolve the brand visually. 
• Guide and mentor graphic designers, photographers, and other creative professionals, providing clear direction and feedback to align with the brand’s vision.
• Corporate with the leadership team, to understand the overall organizational objectives and deliver compelling visual solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Art Director or in a similar creative leadership role within the hospitality or culture field.
• Expert Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma and Keynote.
• Experience with WordPress and Webflow.
• Strong creative, concept and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experienced design skills, including a good understanding of typography, brand and design systems.
• On-set experience in art directing photo and film productions.
• Passion for photography and knowledge of the creative community.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English & ideally German.
• A portfolio that demonstrates experience and skills.
• Passion for food, culture, design, and travel.

Responsibilities

• Establish an integrated financial controlling structure for hospitality operations across all places, projects and services.
• Provide guidance to Operational Teams and Operational Managers on all efficiency-related matters.
• Report key metrics to different stakeholders (Board/C-Level, Operations Leadership & Operational Teams).
• Monitor and control data for Slow Operations real-time.
• Monitor and control the entire accounting function as per accounting standards.
• Challenge the status quo, and provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Prepare financial analysis as and when required.
• Oversee all operational budget/actual reports and results.
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses relating to operational performance.
• Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place.
• Continuously develop the setup and maintenance of controlling systems.
• Execute monthly/periodic audits and give directives to the team, when required.

Requirements

• Strong in problem-solving, resulting in sound decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
• Results- and goal-oriented while maintaining high standards for yourself and others.
• An experienced professional who moves from theory to real-time application of knowledge in the business domain – a strategist and thinker, but also a catalyst and doer.
• Strong personality with an ability to communicate, negotiate and manage across all levels of the organization.
• Affinity towards hospitality, finance and technology.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting and USALI, knowledge of HGB is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience (preferably 7 or more), as a Controller or in a similar financial leadership role within the hospitality industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English; Portuguese is a plus.
• Experience in hospitality operations is essential and required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and updating financial records and transactions.
• Support the accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices.
• Assist in tracking and reconciling employee expenses.
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and regular Excel reporting sheets.
• Accurate and timely entry of financial data into our accounting and controlling tool.
• Occasionally jump on special projects, contributing to process improvement and efficiency.
• Handle office administration and ensure a smooth running of the office, including office supplies.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining documents and files.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German & English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team and be able to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Role Description

Flussbad is our home for adventurous culture & ideas and the base for our central organization providing services for Slowness globally. Supporting the Flussbad brand team, the Brand Marketing & Comms Manager plays a pivotal role in enhancing the Slowness brand as well as our community engagement efforts. You will manage the creative team and processes in alignment with the group’s overall goals and milestones driving the strategy for brand engagement, community activation, positioning, and communications.

Working closely with the CEO and leadership team, you will take on responsibility for short-term projects and long-term strategy, aligned with broader commercial and business objectives.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

• Brand & Communication Strategy
• Creative Services
• Content and Editorial Management
• Media & Public Relations
• Partnerships
• (Digital) Marketing Strategy

Key Objectives

• Develop and execute a long-term brand & communication strategy.
• Plan and execute content & editorial projects.
• Supervise creative processes to ensure effectiveness and economic viability.
• Strategically manage brand architecture, cross-departmental synergies, and commercial goals.
• Launch & position Flussbad and other Slowness projects, ensuring integration of core values.
• Conceptualize, develop, and implement strategic partnerships.
• Ensure engagement through communications and documentation of Campus programming, partnerships, community engagement, and membership programs.
• Develop a global and local PR strategy to position Flussbad and other Slowness projects.
• Create a digital marketing strategy to contribute to company goals and expand brand reach.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of brand and communication KPIs and budgets.
• Establish a network of key local individuals, connectors, opinion leaders, and creatives.
• Act as ambassador of the Slowness brand, vision, and business to external stakeholders.

Leadership & Organization

• Ensure organizational & cross-departmental alignment.
• Be accountable for successful brand and communication initiatives.
• Cultivate a synergistic business environment that promotes high standards and fosters innovation.
• Identify, develop, and mentor talent.
• Build teams to drive innovation and performance.
• Focus on business opportunities with the highest value for the company.
• Analyze team and individual workloads to prioritize tasks and delegate effectively.
• Collaborate strongly and effectively with key positions in hospitality operations.
• Manage external creative and technical service providers and partners.

Leadership & Organization

• Proven experience as Brand Marketing & Comms Manager or in a similar role. Experience with clients in the hospitality or culture field would be highly valued.
• Expert Knowledge of Figma and Keynote, ideally Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong creative, concept and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English & ideally German.
• Passion for food, culture, design, and travel.

This position is a great opportunity to become a core member of a young and expanding team at an early stage in the company’s development and has huge growth potential as our operations grow. We will offer you an unparalleled working experience in a beautiful location on Spree-River and you will contribute to a work environment that is respectful, considerate, team-oriented and open to dialogue.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that program spaces and surrounding areas are set up correctly.
• Keep the venue and work areas clean and tidy.
• Ensure that the venue is correctly and adequately stocked with beverages, food, equipment, cutlery, tableware and glassware at all times.
• Greeting and guiding guests.
• Present and explain food and beverages to guests
• Attend to requests and complaints from guests, and address them in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Ensure furnishings and equipment are maintained, providing a safe, clean and pleasant environment.
• Close the venue after service to the established standard.
• Attend communication meetings and nominated training sessions.
• Perform all reasonable tasks designated by the Event Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Server in a highly valued hospitality environment.
• Attentive and service-minded.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Active listening and effective communication skills in German and English.
• Team spirit.
• Flexibility to work in shifts.

Learn more about Flussbad and the Reethaus program here.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day F&B operations, ensuring efficiency and high-quality service.
• Collaborate with the F&B team to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in the planning and execution of special events, including menu development and coordination.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage and Operations teams on various projects and initiatives to improve overall F&B performance at Flussbad

Requirements

You should have a deep knowledge of and genuine interest in trends within the hospitality world. You identify with the principles and ethos of Slowness, and ideally look to convert the internship into a long-term employment. You should be energetic and detail-oriented, with a passion for culture, design, hospitality, and travel. We value candidates who take initiative, are solutions-oriented, and quick with creative thinking. You will contribute to a working environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and open to dialogue. Your communication skills in English (written and spoken) should be excellent.

Learn more about Flussbad and the Reethaus program here.