Financial Accountant – Senior Accountant

Responsibilities

• Independent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB)
• Support in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements and in consolidation processes within the corporate group
• Monitoring and continuous improvement of closing and reporting processes with respect to quality and adherence to deadlines
• Management of central areas of financial accounting and ensuring smooth operational processes
• Reconciliation of general ledger and sub-ledger accounts as well as intercompany allocations
• Act as a competent point of contact for external auditors, consultants and internal departments
• Organize and support annual financial statement audits, tax audits and operational audits
• Provide technical support to management on financial and accounting matters
• Assist with tax-related matters and the preparation of statutory filings and regulatory reports
• Identify optimization potential within finance processes and implement improvements
• Further develop digital workflows, reporting tools and automation solutions
• Participate in company-wide projects related to finance, reporting and compliance

Requirements

• Degree in finance, accounting or controlling, or an equivalent qualification (e.g., IHK-certified Bilanzbuchhalter)
• Several years of practical experience in accounting, financial bookkeeping or financial statement preparation
• Solid knowledge of accounting under HGB and confident handling of financial statements
• Knowledge of group accounting or consolidation processes is an advantage
• Confident manner in dealing with external auditors, tax advisors and internal stakeholders
• Practical experience with ERP systems, ideally within modern Microsoft-based environments
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and a strong numerical and process-oriented mindset
• Enthusiasm for digital transformation, process optimization and modern finance organizations
• Structured, independent and goal-oriented working style
• Strong communication skills, analytical thinking and a high degree of personal responsibilityGood English skills for communication with international contacts

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB), along with strong skills in process optimization and digital transformation within finance. Proficient in managing financial accounting operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.