Accounting Specialist – General Ledger (m/f/d)

PTV Logistics; Karlsruhe; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global logistics company in Karlsruhe is seeking an experienced accountant to join their international team. The role involves managing general ledger postings, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and preparing financial statements. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Business Administration and several years of relevant experience. Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in general ledger accounting in an international environment.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Support efficient execution of general ledger accounting.
• Handle general ledger postings for international entities.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.

Kenntnisse

General ledger accounting

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Accuracy

Ausbildung

Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

SAP Business by Design

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

• You support the efficient and high-quality execution of general ledger accounting as part of an international accounting team.
• You independently handle all general ledger postings for several international entities.
• You are responsible for posting accruals, provisions, intercompany transactions, and other general ledger entries in compliance with legal requirements and internal guidelines.
• You serve as a point of contact for internal departments and external partners regarding inquiries related to postings, reconciliations, and balance sheet items.
• You analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, identify discrepancies, and support the implementation of appropriate measures to ensure financial data quality.
• You assist in the continuous improvement of processes, policies, and internal controls within the general ledger function.
• You actively contribute to the optimization and automation of our GL processes, as well as the implementation and further development of ERP systems and reporting tools.
• You support the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB and IFRS – especially in report creation, account reconciliation, and documentation of balance sheet items.
• You work closely with internal departments (e.g. AR/AP team, Controlling, Group Accounting, Tax, Treasury) and with external partners such as auditors.
• You ensure that all your activities in the General Ledger area comply with legal requirements, corporate policies, and compliance standards.
• You report to the Team Lead General Ledger.

Your profile

• You have successfully completed a degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field – ideally with a focus on Finance, Accounting, or Controlling.
• You have several years of professional experience in general ledger accounting in an international environment.
• You bring solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and relevant accounting and tax regulations.
• You are experienced in working with ERP systems and reporting tools – knowledge of SAP Business by Design, Vena, or comparable systems is a plus.
• You have an analytical, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work, combined with strong numerical skills.
• You possess excellent English language skills, both written and spoken; additional languages such as German, Dutch, or French are a plus.
• You enjoy working in a team, take initiative, and are known for your accuracy and strong sense of responsibility.

Contact

Isabel Bender
Recruiting & Employer Branding Specialist
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