Accounting Controller (m/f/d) DACH

JR Germany; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player in innovative paints and coatings is seeking a Finance professional to lead their Accounting division. This role involves overseeing finance transactions, ensuring compliance with IFRS, and collaborating with global stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in an international setting, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. With attractive remuneration, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Leistungen

30 days holiday

Employee car parks

External employee counseling

Flexible working hours

Option to work from home

Qualifikationen

• Many years of relevant professional experience within an international company.
• Completed business studies or commercial training with additional qualification.

Aufgaben

• Responsibility for the Accounting / Finance DACH division.
• Coordination of all relevant accounting and finance transactions.

Kenntnisse

IFRS Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Resilience

Ausbildung

Business Studies

Commercial Training

Accountant Qualification

Tools

MS Office

SAP (FI)

Hyperion HFM

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bonn, Germany

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

Job Description:

Since 1792, we've been supplying innovative paints and coatings that help color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world-class portfolio includes brands like Dulux, International, Sikkens, and Interpon, trusted worldwide. Operating in over 150 countries, we use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. We believe every surface is an opportunity. As a pioneering and long-established paints company, we are dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of today while creating a better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.

To support our Finance department at our Cologne location, we are looking for a:

• Responsibility for the Accounting / Finance DACH division
• Coordination and proper processing of all relevant accounting and finance transactions in accordance with IFRS and commercial law for the respective legal entities
• Proactive monitoring of balance sheet and income statement quality in collaboration with global and local stakeholders
• Assistance with and control of bookings made
• Recording problems, finding solutions, and passing them on to relevant departments
• Responsibility for auditing and approving the annual financial statements, including coordination and participation
• Coordination and clarification of queries with auditors
• Recording and forwarding questions from tax audits to the Tax Manager, including reconciliation
• Participation in projects and continuous improvement measures
• Interface functions with Business Functions, Business Controller, Supply Chain Controller, Sales, and Site Management
• Responsibility for the continuous development and improvement of processes
• Completed business studies or commercial training with additional qualification, e.g., as an accountant (m/f/d)
• Many years of relevant professional experience within an international company
• Profound knowledge of IFRS and HGB
• Proven experience in leading an international team
• Strong proactive and effective communication skills at all levels
• Excellent analytical skills
• Structured, independent, and responsible way of working
• Flexibility, resilience, and hands-on mentality
• Very good knowledge of MS Office
• Good knowledge of SAP (FI) and Hyperion HFM is a plus
• Fluency in German and English
• Attractive remuneration, flexible working hours, and the option to work from home
• 30 days holiday, employee car parks, and external employee counseling on personal and professional issues

People Management

• Disciplinary and professional management of employees in line with AkzoNobel's management model
• Responsibility for personnel decisions in cooperation with the HR Business Partner