Accountant (Fixed- term contract) – Frankfurt Germ

Company
Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities‑based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high‑speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Its all‑optical IP network backbone provides services globally, enabling large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices, while superior customer support is delivered through end‑to‑end control of service delivery and network monitoring.

Fixed‑Term Contract Notice

This position is offered on a fixed‑term basis to provide temporary coverage during an employee’s maternity and parental leave, including a handover and onboarding period. The employment is intended as a replacement hire for this temporary absence.

Contract Duration

August 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027

Reporting

Reports to: Controller, Eastern Europe

Job Info

The Accountant will play a key role in managing financial operations for certain Cogent entities, including Germany. This role involves day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks, accounts payable management, VAT compliance, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and assistance with monthly and annual closings. The ideal candidate has 1‑2 years of accounting background, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment. The Accountant will support the General Ledger and Accounts Payable team.

Essential Job Functions

• Bank Posting & Reconciliation: Post daily bank transactions and perform timely reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Accounts Payable: Review, code, and post A/P invoices accurately and in line with company guidelines.
• Customer Account Clearing & Billing Reconciliation: Clear customer accounts and handle reconciliation requests related to billing discrepancies.
• Prepayment Management: Prepare and post prepayments in coordination with operational teams.
• VAT Reporting: Compile and submit VAT reports in compliance with local regulations and deadlines.
• Statutory Accounting Packages: Prepare and send monthly data packages to local statutory accounting services, ensuring compliance and timeliness.
• Administrative & Operational Support: Support finance‑related administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Vocational training or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 1‑2 years’ experience in a multinational company
• Basic knowledge of VAT law (UST‑Recht)
• Understanding of German Commercial Code (HGB); knowledge of US‑GAAP is an advantage
• Expert knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Fluency in German and English; other European language a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate initiative; be service‑mindful
• Experience with ERP (Navision preferably)

Work Environment

This is an in‑office position, based in Frankfurt, Germany .

Application

To apply for the Accountant (fixed‑term contract) position, please submit your resume and cover letter to .

Candidates only. No recruiters, please.

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer