Accountant (m/f/diverse) – Cash Pooling & Treasury ContiTech - REF95926L

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Job Description

Finance processes with impact – in an international environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for key bank and general ledger accounting activities with a strong focus on cash pooling and treasury‑related processes. Working closely with Treasury, Accounting, and other finance teams, you contribute to accurate reporting, efficient processes, and ContiTech’s financial steering.

Key responsibilities

Bank Accounting & Treasury‑Related Topics

• Responsibility for bank accounting with a focus on international cash pooling structures (e.g., EUR, USD, and additional currencies)
• Accounting and coordination of intercompany loans, foreign currency transactions, interest calculations, and financial derivatives in close cooperation with Treasury and Group Accounting
• Posting and reconciliation of bank accounts, including manual payments, payment runs, and clearing activities
• Processing of special payment transactions and intercompany netting

General Ledger, Closing & Reporting

• Independent execution and maintenance of general ledger postings within the assigned scope
• Reconciliation and analysis of balance sheet and P&L accounts
• Support in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and HGB
• Posting of accruals, provisions, and valuation entries
• Ensuring compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Handling of Bundesbank reporting (e.g., Z4, ZM)

Collaboration & Projects

• Close coordination with subledger teams (AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Bank Accounting)
• Contact person for accounting‑related inquiries within the organization
• Collaboration with Controlling, Tax, Treasury, and other finance functions
• Interface for external auditors and internal audit
• Contribution to process improvements, finance projects, and system optimizations, particularly in SAP FI / S/4HANA

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a comparable qualification, or a completed commercial apprenticeship with recognized further training in accounting (e.g., Certified Accountant / Bilanzbuchhalter IHK)
• Several years of professional experience in bank accounting and/or general ledger accounting, ideally in an international environment
• Very good knowledge of HGB; IFRS knowledge is a plus
• Basic knowledge of tax regulations (e.g., VAT) is desirable
• Experience with cash pooling structures, treasury‑related processes, or bank accounting is an advantage
• Confident handling of ERP systems, ideally SAP FI / S/4HANA
• Very good Excel skills and solid proficiency in MS Office
• Fluent German and good English skills, both written and spoken
• Independent, structured working style combined with strong team and communication skills

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Additional Information

The well‑being of our employees is important to us. That's why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work‑life balance with additional benefits such as:

• Training opportunities
• Mobile and flexible working models
• Sabbaticals

and much more…

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.