Operational Excellence Associate at Volt Lines

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IFRS Knowledge, Local GAAP Knowledge, Fleet Management, Stakeholder Management, Routing Optimization, Cost Auditing, Financial Transparency, Compliance, Risk Management, Analytical Thinking, Cost Control, Data-Backed Insights, Prioritization, P&L Management

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

Join us and be a part of shaping the future of urban mobility! Some complain about traffic but some are actually doing something about it. Join us on our mission to reduce traffic in Istanbul by increasing the accessibility of sustainable shared mobility. Who are we? Volt Lines is the only technology-enabled player in the Turkish market competing against legacy incumbents and it reduces emissions and traffic by turning premium 16-seater buses into a viable alternative to single occupancy vehicles. What we do? In Istanbul, over 50,000 buses operate at 31% efficiency. These buses, which contribute to the city's traffic with empty seats, could also be the solution to its problem. Volt Lines is the only shuttle service provider that has both software as well as a transport service. This allows for optimal harmonization of the software and operation resulting in the creation of great experiences and services. Notable examples of these innovative services include DRT and Marketplace. DRT (short for Demand-Responsive Transport) was covered by a Harvard Business School case study that is being taught at the MBA school. Marketplace on the other hand allows companies to sell empty seats on their buses to neighboring passengers who are going in the same direction at the same time. Let's work together to shape the future of mobility. As the Operational Excellence Associate, you will be the architectural lead for our financial health. You will own the entire financial lifecycle—from the granular accuracy of the 2-person accounting team to high-level rolling forecasts that drive our strategic decisions. This is a "player-coach" role requiring high-level IFRS/Local GAAP knowledge, operational rigor in fleet management, and the ability to manage external stakeholders (banks/tax authorities) with finesse. Responsibilites Routing & Optimization: You don’t just draw lines; you will handle the routing process and continuously optimize existing routes using our product. Every saved kilometer is a win for the planet. Cost Challenge (PDS Audit): You are the gatekeeper. Before a deal is signed, you audit the cost assumptions. If a deal doesn’t make financial sense, you are the one to raise the flag before the first vehicle moves. Seamless Payouts & Audit: On payday, we rely on realized trips, not guesses. You verify driver payouts using system data to eliminate cost discrepancies and ensure 100% financial transparency. Launch & Execution (Producer Role): When a new client goes live, you are on the ground. You own the operation until it is stabilized, profitable, and meeting our high-quality standards. Compliance & Risk Management: In a fast-moving startup, we don’t cut corners on safety. You ensure 100% documentation compliance for every driver and vehicle. Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of experience (Engineering, Business, or Economics). Good command of English for reporting and internal communication. Analytical "detective" mindset with a sharp eye for cost control and analysis. Ability to stand your ground and defend data-backed insights with stakeholders. Proactive "hacker" spirit to solve problems in a fast-paced startup environment. Strong prioritization skills to focus on tasks that move the needle on regional P&L. Innovative Environment: Volt Lines operates in a fast-growing, innovative industry, offering opportunities to work on impactful projects with cutting-edge technology. Career Growth: Volt Lines is committed to employee development, offering opportunities for career progression, training, and skill enhancement. Work-Life Balance: Volt Lines offers flexible working hours as well as a flexible paid time-off policy that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Startup Culture: Volt Lines embodies a startup environment that promotes creativity, autonomy, and innovation, providing employees with the freedom to take initiative and make decisions. Inclusive Work Culture: Volt Lines values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, and fosters an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Impact on Urban Mobility: Volt Lines focuses on revolutionizing urban transportation and sustainability, giving employees a chance to contribute to a purpose-driven mission. Compensation and Benefits: Volt Lines offers its employees a best-in-class equity program (RSUs), the chance to earn up to 20 salaries in a year, private health insurance, food and transportation allowances among other perks

Responsibilities

The associate will lead the financial health by owning the entire financial lifecycle, from granular accounting accuracy to high-level rolling forecasts, while also managing routing optimization and acting as the gatekeeper for cost auditing on new deals. Key operational duties include verifying driver payouts for transparency and owning new client launches until they are stabilized and profitable.