Accounting Assistant (m/f/d)

On behalf of our client, a medium-sized company specialising in machine safety and noise control technology in Dortmund, we are looking for you to join us as an Accounting Assistant (m/f/d) as part of a temporary placement with the option of a permanent role.

Responsibilities

• independently managing all financial accounting, including general ledger accounting
• proper verification of all accounts receivable and accounts payable
• organising all travel arrangements for installation work
• preparing appropriate quotations and detailed order confirmations
• manage the commercial travel expense claims for service technicians: and reliably apply for the necessary A1 certificates for planned assignments abroad
• Comprehensive HR administration, including all preparatory tasks for monthly payroll
• support colleagues by actively stepping in to cover for those on holiday in the Purchasing and Sales departments
• support internal administrative processes by accurately maintaining master data and ensuring careful document filing
• prepare relevant documents for the monthly financial statements on time and act as a reliable point of contact for any queries

Qualifications

• Successfully completed a commercial apprenticeship as an Office Management Assistant (m/f/d), Industrial Business Administrator (m/f/d) or Office Administrator (m/f/d)
• Have several years’ solid professional experience in financial accounting and proven expertise in all traditional areas of responsibility
• Confident use of DATEV software and standard MS Office applications
• Business-level command of written and spoken German
• High degree of conscientiousness, above-average level of commitment to a long-term employment relationship
• Highly organised by nature and always work independently, precisely and with absolute integrity when handling sensitive data
• Must hold a valid work permit and have a permanent residence in Germany

Working conditions

• 35-hour week with fixed working hours
• long-term role in a family-run business
• free parking spaces right at the company’s Dortmund site
• modern equipment and a clean working environment

Salary & benefits

• punctual and performance-based pay for all roles
• monthly allowance of €50 towards your travel costs, depending on the role - e.g. for the Deutschlandticket
• Bonuses, as well as holiday and Christmas pay, and attractive industry-specific allowances
• free tuition for your children on the Ubimaster learning and tutoring platform
• numerous shopping discounts with well-known brands via our corporate benefits programme
• excellent personal support and regular feedback meetings
• a wide range of further training opportunities
• thorough preparation for your interview with our client