Head of Accounting

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We're seeking an experienced Head of Accounting to lead our Accounting team in Berlin. As a key member of our finance department, you will bring your expertise and leadership to ensure the seamless operation of our accounting functions.

With at least 5 years of senior finance experience and a track record of managing complex tasks in a dynamic environment, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial accuracy and integrity. Your strong sense of ownership, organizational prowess, and analytical acumen will be critical in achieving our financial goals.

If you are passionate about metrics, and figures, and possess a keen eye for detail while keeping the bigger picture in mind, this role is an excellent fit for you. Join us in maintaining the financial health and compliance of our organization.

In your first 3 months you will:

Familiarize yourself with Productsup's products, business operations, and the company's legal entities

Understand the key business drivers and financial KPIs of our organization

Acquaint yourself with the organization, and your team's processes, and establish relationships with key stakeholders both within and outside the company

Demonstrate the ability to successfully lead and develop the team performance through employee leadership, coaching, and further development of team members

In your first 6 months and beyond you will:

Play a pivotal role in shaping steering processes and driving continuous improvement initiativesTake ownership of financial closings, working closely with your team to manage the entire spectrum of financial reportingOversee financial operations encompassing accounting and reportingIdentify at least one area of improvement in the closing process or data workflows and propose an action planFocus on the development and growth of your team, nurturing their professional advancement What you bring to the team

A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

5+ years experience in accounting, ideally within a tech, SaaS, or international environment

Solid knowledge of accounting standards under HGB (IFRS is a plus), German VAT and reporting processesAnalytical thinking skills, high accuracy, and a structured, solution-oriented approachProven leadership or team supervision experience (formal or informal)Ability to combine hands-on accounting with managing and developing a teamStrategic thinking with a focus on process optimizationAdvanced proficiency in computer software and financial reporting toolsHands-on experience with DATEV is a bonusStrong communication skills and fluent in both English and German What we offer you

A permanent position with an attractive salary at our growing company

The option to work flexible, because we know outstanding talent knows best how and where to work

Ongoing internal and external training, plus a yearly learning budget to help you continuously grow professionally and further your career with Productsup

Opportunities for engaging in our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, plus one paid Impact Day per year dedicated to voluntary work

Employee referral bonuses: we know that talent attracts talent, and we encourage you to refer people you know to join our team

The opportunity to take ownership and responsibility, impacting the company’s growth in an international environment with 40+ nationalities

Discounted Urban Sports membership

Employee Assistance Program

Productsup values diversity. We celebrate our differences and strive to learn from each other with the firm conviction that diversity drives innovation. Our commitment to equal opportunities begins at the hiring process and extends to our whole working culture. We pledge to social and environmental initiatives that support a sustainable environment. Everyone has a unique contribution to make and all are welcome.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Software Development

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