Independently prepare monthly and annual financial statements (for group and external purposes) with precision and attention to detail in accordance with IFRS and HGB
Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT returns, advance VAT returns, recapitulative statements, and other tax filings
Act as the primary contact for our external tax consultants
Take a proactive role in internal and cross-departmental projects, contributing your accounting expertise to support company initiatives
Support day-to-day accounting operations to ensure smooth financial processes
Prepare detailed reports and analyses and respond to ad hoc financial inquiries from various stakeholders
Manage and own accounting procedures related to the sale of receivables via asset-backed securities
Be responsible for the correct accounting of monthly and annual payroll entries and for accurate and timely payroll disbursements
Serve as the main contact for internal and external audit queries, ensuring transparency and thoroughness
Support the future ERP implementation and migration to new software from an accounting and tax perspective

Fluency in German and excellent command of English
Completed commercial apprenticeship or training as an accountant, or equivalent qualification; qualification as a Bilanzbuchhalter (certified balance sheet accountant) is an advantage
Several years (minimum of 5 years) of accounting experience; experience in project management is a plus
Strong knowledge of HGB and IFRS accounting principles, with practical experience in SAP and MS Office
Ideally experienced with Navision and possessing a good understanding of German VAT law and other tax regulations
Collaborative, team-oriented attitude, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

Senior Accountant, German-speaking

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