Accountant / Bilanzbuchhalter (m/f/d)

Trench Group; Berlin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience in measurement technology

Motivated team for forward-looking projects

Support from experienced professionals

Job summary

A leading power transmission firm in Berlin is seeking a mid-level accountant to enhance core accounting processes and drive automation improvements. You will engage in financial reconciliations, generate insightful reports, and manage travel compliance. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in HGB and IFRS, analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities in both English and German. Join a motivated team focused on sustainable energy with supportive professionals in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Solid expertise in HGB and IFRS.
• Experience in managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Ability to break down complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Structured and reliable work ethic.
• Clear communication with stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset in accounting processes.
• Adaptability and initiative in a team environment.
• Excellent English and good German communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive core accounting processes for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Asset Accounting.
• Identify process bottlenecks and introduce automation solutions.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare financial reports and performance analyses for strategic decisions.
• Manage travel management process ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Treasury, Controlling, and Tax.

Skills

HGB expertise

IFRS knowledge

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Process improvement

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Good German skills

Job description

Hybrid | Full time | Mid-level (3+ years)

Sense the Power

Trench Group is a global leader in high-voltage power transmission components and systems. Headquartered in Berlin with over 100 years of experience, the company leads the portfolio of high-voltage power transmission components and systems. With product groups including bushings, coils, and instrument transformers, the company is a system‑critical player in the energy transition and sustainable energy future. These intelligent and technologically advanced solutions are used for measurement, protection, and connection within the power grid. We operate globally with more than 2,500 employees across nine factory locations and four regional sales hubs.

Your Mission

You will be part of the Accounting team supporting our headquarters, Trench Group GmbH, with a well‑balanced mix of projects, process optimization, and operational accounting tasks. In this role, you’ll work in a strong, collaborative team, make a real impact on how we run our financial processes, and gain valuable exposure to other finance areas such as Controlling, Treasury, and Tax.

Your Tasks

• You will drive core accounting processes: You will take full ownership of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Asset Accounting as well as integral parts of monthly and yearly closing. You will ensure clean, accurate, and timely financial records that our global operations rely on.
• You will optimize and automate: You will identify process bottlenecks, introduce smarter workflows, and champion automation solutions that raise efficiency across the entire accounting function.
• You will secure financial integrity: You will perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and make sure our financial data is precise, reliable, and audit‑ready.
• You will create insights, not just reports: You will prepare meaningful financial reports and performance analyses, enabling management to make smart, strategic decisions based on clear, well‑structured data.
• You will own travel management: You will manage the full travel management process — ensuring policy compliance, working with external providers, and creating smooth, cost‑effective travel experiences for our employees.
• You will collaborate across functions: You will work closely with Treasury, Controlling, and Tax, and you will contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual group closings in accordance with HGB and IFRS.

Requirements

• You bring strong accounting know‑how: You have solid expertise in HGB and IFRS and hands‑on experience managing monthly, quarterly, and annual closings with accuracy and confidence.
• You think analytically and act decisively: You can break down complex financial data, spot patterns, and transform insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• You care about accuracy: Your work is structured, detail‑oriented, and reliable — you keep processes clean, numbers precise, and deadlines on track.
• You communicate with clarity and confidence: You can explain financial matters clearly, collaborate effectively across teams, and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
• You improve what others accept: You constantly look for smarter processes, automation opportunities, and ways to raise the quality and efficiency of the accounting function.
• You thrive in a team environment: You bring adaptability, initiative, and a positive, collaborative mindset in a dynamic workplace.
• You communicate effortlessly in an international setup: You have excellent English skills and good German skills that allow you to navigate day‑to‑day communication smoothly.

We offer

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company.
• You will work in a motivated team on forward‑looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies.
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology.

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