Accounting Team Lead

We are working with a growing software business in Berlin that is looking to appoint a Team Lead Accounting to strengthen its finance function and support continued growth.

This is a hands‑on leadership role with responsibility for day‑to‑day accounting operations, team leadership, and ensuring high‑quality financial reporting.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the local accounting team, acting as the main point of contact for accounting topics
• Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing processes
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in line with German GAAP (HGB) and support group reporting requirements
• Own and further develop accounting processes and internal controls
• Act as the key contact for auditors, tax advisors, and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement within accounting systems and workflows
• Take ownership of NetSuite as the core accounting system and support system optimisation

Your Profile

• Proven experience in an accounting leadership or senior accounting role
• Strong hands‑on accounting background within a software or technology‑driven business
• NetSuite experience is essential
• Solid knowledge of German GAAP; IFRS exposure is a plus
• Prior experience in a scale‑up, PE‑backed, or fast‑growing environment is highly desirable
• Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken)
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment

What’s on Offer

• Key leadership role within a growing software company
• Hybrid working model with 3 days per week onsite in Berlin
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to shape and scale the accounting function

If you’re interested in learning more or would like to discuss the role confidentially, please apply or reach out directly.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management

Industries

Software Development