Sole responsibility for preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under HGB for multiple group entities
Independent handling of complex accounting issues and participation in special accounting topics (e.g., provisions, accruals, leases, fixed assets)
Posting and accounting treatment of complex transactions
Independent bookkeeping for the companies using DATEV Kanzlei-Rechnungswesen while ensuring compliance requirements are met
Monitoring all accounting processes and implementing controls when business processes change
Responsible for consolidated VAT prefiling and the recapitulative statement (ZM)
Analysis of cost and performance structures and identification of financial relationships
Process and interface responsibility with adjacent departments (Controlling, Fleet Management, Operations Management) and point of contact for tax advisors and auditors
Support in digitization projects and optimization of accounting and closing processes

Completed training as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellte) or financial accountant, ideally with further qualification as a Bilanzbuchhalter (certified balance-sheet accountant), or an equivalent qualification
Several years of solid professional experience with a clear focus on accounting and financial statement preparation under HGB — purely posting and bookkeeping experience is not sufficient for this role
Confident handling of complex accounting issues and the ability to assess them independently and present them clearly
Very good DATEV knowledge (desirable: DATEV Unternehmen online and CANDIS)
Strong understanding of business and economic contexts, ideally with experience in the passenger transport or logistics industry
Analytical mindset, strong affinity for numbers, and the ability to work through complex structures
Independent, structured working style with a drive to question and further develop processes
Team player, strong communication skills, and a high level of personal responsibility

A key role within the finance function with significant scope for influence and real technical depth
An exciting industry environment with challenging accounting and financial statement topics
Flexible working hours, option for remote work, and modern digital workflows
Regular training opportunities, including accounting and tax-specific topics
A collegial environment, flat hierarchies, and a secure long-term position in a central location

Semi Senior Accountant

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