Bookkeeper jobs in Germany

The General Accountant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, timely reporting and full compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role maintains reliable financial records, supports month-end close, and assists with audits, budgeting and analysis.

• Manage daily accounting entries including AP, AR, GL and bank transactions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and supporting documentation.
• Process invoices, payments, expense claims and petty cash in line with policy.
• Conduct regular bank, vendor and customer reconciliations.

• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepayments, provisions, allocations).
• Support the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial results.
• Assist in preparing trial balances and schedules for management review.
• Support year-end closing activities and preparation of audit files.

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and internal reports.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing required documents and responding to queries.

• Monitor supplier statements, prepare payment runs and resolve discrepancies.
• Follow up on customer collections, issue statements and ensure proper allocation.
• Maintain accurate aging reports and elevate issues where required.

• Assist with budget preparation and data consolidation.
• Conduct basic variance analysis on actuals versus budget.
• Provide financial data and insights to support business decisions.

• Maintain data accuracy in the accounting system (ERP/SAP/Oracle/other).
• Support process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Ensure proper filing, documentation and record retention.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling financial data.