Associate Financial Accountant (W/M/D)

Engelhart was founded in 2013 by BTG Pactual Group as a commodities trading company. Our business model is “asset light” and highly diversified – giving us the ability to adapt effectively and nimbly to changing market conditions. We have assembled successful multidisciplinary teams, leveraging advanced fundamental analysis with deep quantitative and weather research capabilities. Our activities are underpinned by strong risk management practices and by powerful technology and operational excellence. We have exceptional teams with diverse global backgrounds and decades of experience, and are driven by a highly collaborative culture, across products and competencies.

In 2024, Engelhart acquired Trailstone, a global energy trading and technology company. The acquisition provides us with new expertise, analytics and proprietary technology which is being used to provide risk management and optimisation services to help maximise the value of our clients’ renewable power. The acquisition also expanded Engelhart’s capabilities into physical natural gas across North America, a critical fuel to support the energy transition.

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About the Role

As an Associate Financial Accountant, you will support the Senior Legal Entity Controller, Germany in managing financial reporting and transactions for the German entities and take ownership of core accounting processes. This is a full‑time role (part‑time arrangements may be considered) with responsibilities including:

• Work closely with the Senior Legal Entity Controller Germany and cross‑functional teams (accounting, product control, and tax) to ensure smooth coordination across the global finance function.
• Help with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards and internal company policies.
• Support indirect and direct tax processes, including ensuring compliance with German tax regulations, and coordinating with external tax advisors on tax preparation, documentation and reviews.
• Help maintain compliance with relevant local, national, and international financial and tax regulations.
• Contribute to audits and review new business activities in the German entities under HGB and IFRS, including coordination with external auditors, internal stakeholders, and accounting/VAT treatment.
• Maintain and reconcile German financial accounts, including ledgers, bank accounts, and balance sheets, while supporting financial planning and forecasting activities.
• Help the implementation, improvement, and maintenance of financial controls and procedures to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Assist with the system transition project (NetSuite to SAP) planned for 2026.

About You

We are looking for a hands‑on Associate Financial Accountant to further support our Finance team's day‑to‑day accounting tasks and priorities.

The following education, experiences and skills are essential for application:

• Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or a relevant German accounting qualification (e.g., Bilanzbuchhalter/in, Finanzbuchhalter/in).
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience, including internships or student roles.
• Solid foundation in financial accounting standards (HGB required; IFRS experience is a plus), with attention to detail and a methodical approach to reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and comfortable working with numerical data and financial information.
• High level of integrity and accuracy, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a compliant and reliable accounting function.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Fluency in German (minimum C1) and proficiency in English, with clear and professional communication skills.

In addition, the below skills / qualifications are not required, but highly desirable for this role.

• Experience as an Associate Financial Accountant or in a similar role, with an interest in financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience with accounting software, preferably NetSuite and/or SAP.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and participation in Engelhart’s discretionary bonus plan.
• 28 days of annual holiday entitlement plus Berlin public holidays.
• €3,000 per year contribution to a private pension scheme on your behalf.
• €20 monthly subsidy towards BVG tickets.
• €25 monthly subsidy towards ClassPass membership.
• A subsidy for German language courses to help you immerse yourself in the local culture.
• A sociable working environment with an open, international culture.

We believe in inclusivity and are therefore dedicated to ensuring all employees – across gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, life experience, background and more – feel welcome and included in the company. We promote diversity because we believe it is essential to our ability to think holistically.