We are looking for an ambitious and financially talented professional to join our team as Financial Controller in Cologne . In this role you will assist with the oversight of the accounting, tax, treasury and certain corporate secretarial functions of real estate portfolios and legal entities across Europe. Additionally, you will gain exposure to other departments within the company such as acquisitions, capital markets, fund management, and property management. This role is initially offered as a two-year fixed term contract to cover parental leave, with the potential for a permanent position afterward.

Finance and Accounting

Coordinate compliance of various accounting, tax and treasury matters with third-party service providers to ensure timely and accurate routine financial reporting
Review annual audited financial statements of the European portfolio under IFRS or local GAAP
Assist with the coordination of the auditing processes across the portfolio
Coordinate with the portfolio and asset management team on routine lender and investor reporting as well as budgeting processes
Support the European management team on various operational and administrative matters

Acquisitions Support

Support Acquisition team with financial due diligence (review of financial statements, coordination of outsourcing providers) on new acquisitions
Assist with onboarding of service providers (e.g. property managers, accountants, etc.) regarding the setup of accounting, treasury, and reporting standards

Das ist Dein Fundament

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Tax or related vocational training required; Chartered Accountant (CA) or other related certifications a plus

Work Experience: 3-7 years’ experience in real estate accounting or related field with at least 2 years of experience preparing and/or reviewing financial statements

Language Proficiency: Exceptional written and verbal communication in German and English. Fluent in one additional European language is a plus (Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch or Italian)

Skills:

Solid understanding of IFRS, German GAAP (HGB) as well as strong Excel proficiency is required
Ability to work autonomously while at the same time coordinating processes, working as part of different teams
Further a plus: knowledge of foreign withholding taxes; experience with real estate share and asset deals across Europe; experience with treasury management

Hierauf kannst Du bauen

Stay active with an Urban Sports Club or Fitness First Black membership
Work in a modern office in the heart of Cologne, with a roof top terrace and great views of the Cathedral
Your choice: a parking space in the city center, a fully covered Deutschlandticket or bike leasing
Employee Assistance Program, confidential support from mental health professionals for all life circumstances
One day of home office per week and flexible working hours to support a balanced work-life integration

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