Accounting Manager Germany (m /w/ d)

Emerson Electric Co

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Hybrid

EUR 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Company cafeteria

On-site medical consultations

Hansefit program

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co in Germany seeks an Accounting Manager to lead statutory (HGB) and US GAAP reporting, close analysis, and statutory financial statements. You will collaborate with shared services, VAT center of excellence, and internal/external auditors.

The role requires a German fluency, 10+ years in statutory and US GAAP, SAP FICO, Hyperion/HFM, and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or economics. You will drive process improvements, controls, and cross‑functional teamwork across EMEA.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics.
10+ years of experience with HGB and US GAAP, preferably in a multinational.
Fluent in German with good English language skills.
Strong SAP expertise (FICO) and strong proficiency in Excel.
Deep knowledge of Hyperion/HFM.
Experience managing external and internal audits.
Ability to guide and mentor teammates.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, including preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial statements and disclosures.
Close partnership with Finance and Shared Services to ensure timely month-end close and resolve accounting issues.
Coordinate data submissions to EMEA HQ and audits.
Drive remediation plans for open/reconciled items and maintain control documentation.
Develop and harmonize accounting policies across German entities.
Lead interactions with internal and external auditors on statutory and US GAAP matters.
Prepare journal entries and support accounting queries from shared services.

Skills

German (Fluent)

English (Good)

Accounting fundamentals

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics

Tools

SAP FICO

Hyperion/HFM

Excel

Job description

As a Accounting Manager Germany (m/f/d) - German speaker, you will be the subject matter expert in Statutory (HGB) and US GAAP accounting to deliver accurate monthly financial reporting, trial balance analysis, annual statutory financial statements and audits. You will build strong understanding of statutory requirements, Emerson internal controls, accounting policies and help mitigate accounting and reporting risk. You will bring fresh perspective to enhance accounting processes, conduct day-to-day accounting work and drive issue remediation, coordinate annual external and internal audits, ensure timely completion of regulatory/statistical reporting to governmental authorities.
This role will closely collaborate with accounting shared services team and VAT center of excellence on a day-to-day basis to ensure accurate accounting and reporting. You will also work closely with broader finance and cross functional teams to ensure accounting compliance, adherence to Emerson accounting policies and reporting.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, including preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial statements and disclosures in line with local regulations and Emerson policies
Close partnership with Finance and Shared Services to ensure timely month-end close process and effectively resolve technical accounting issues.
Complete monthly, quarterly and annual "data request" submissions to EMEA HQ team.
Actively contribute to the completeness and quality of account reconciliations and balance sheet analysis on a monthly and quarterly basis. Execute necessary remediation plans for open and unreconciled items.
Maintain depth and breadth of expertise in Statutory/Technical accounting.
Interpret accounting standards and internal policies, providing guidance on complex accounting issues and supporting implementation of new requirements.
Develop and enhance process documentation, process maps and risk control matrix to improve the internal control framework.
Drive consistency and harmonization of accounting policies and processes across German legal entities.
Partner with Internal auditors, external auditors to resolve complex technical accounting matters for Statutory and US GAAP audits.
Lead initiatives defined by management.
Build strong cross-functional relationships with EMEA HQ, local finance teams, shared services, and operational stakeholders.
Ensure transparency on deliverables and timelines, maintaining clear and proactive communication with stakeholders.
Prepare needed journal entries and support shared services with accounting queries.

Who You Are:

Hands-on mindset with the ability to balance operational tasks (e.g., journal entries) with guiding and supporting less experienced colleagues
Strong expertise in accounting fundamentals, particularly HGB and US GAAP
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, collaboration and leadership skills
High level of integrity and ethical standards in all business activities
Strong motivation to continuously learn, develop, and grow professionally

For This Role, You Will Need:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics from an accredited university
More than 10 years of experience with HGB and US GAAP, preferably at a multinational company
Fluent in German language with good English language skills
Strong SAP expertise (especially FICO) and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
In-depth experience with Hyperion/HFM
Proven expertise in technical accounting with a strong command of HGB (statutory) and US GAAP.
Experience managing external and internal auditsincluding preparation of statutory financial statements (notes and management report)
Ability to anticipate, identify and resolve complex accounting issues.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Hands-on accounting and organizational experience, including coordination with multiple teams / projects simultaneously.
Process oriented and strong data management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, and matrix organization, with a high level of adaptability to change
High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism, combined with a positive and proactive attitude.
Ability to manage large volumes of datasets.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We place great importance on your development, which is why we want to ensure that at Emerson you not only find a role, but also a work environment that encourages and supports you. To ensure that you grow not only professionally but also personally, we offer a wide range of attractive employee benefits:

Attractive compensation package, including additional benefits
Company cafeteria offering fresh and healthy meals daily
On-site medical consultations and employee counseling services
Attractive sports and leisure activities through our Hansefit program

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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