ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - GERMAN SPEAKING (f/m/d)

EGG Events; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in event management seeks an Accounting Specialist to manage its finance operations. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and fluency in German and English, ensuring compliance with German accounting standards. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, alongside attractive perks and career opportunities.

Leistungen

Lunch vouchers

Home office and tech stipends

Subsidized gym memberships

Pet-friendly offices

Free coffee in all offices

Workation opportunities

Company phone

Qualifikationen

• At least 2 years of accounting experience.
• In-depth knowledge of German accounting standards.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.

Aufgaben

• Manage general and analytical accounting according to German standards.
• Handle invoicing and expense reports related to events.
• Support monthly and yearly closings with precision.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Excel skills

Tools

Accounting software

Jobbeschreibung

Working at egg isn’t just a job. It’s about creating compelling and inspiring experiences for our clients and their audiences.

Bring your authentic self

At egg, we value each other as much as our customers and our business. We celebrate uniqueness and are proud of the diverse human mosaic that is egg. We’re always looking for fresh talent and friendly faces to enrich our team.

As our Accounting Specialist, you will bring meticulous precision and a methodical mindset to our finance operations. You’ll ensure our numbers align with German accounting standards, maintaining accuracy and harmony. You are an independent, detail-oriented professional with a sharp analytical mind—someone who finds serenity in spreadsheets and satisfaction in clean balance sheets.

Responsibilities

1. Manage general and analytical accounting according to German standards (and Belgian standards when needed).
2. Handle invoicing, expense reports, and administrative follow-up related to our events.
3. Support monthly and yearly closings with Swiss-watch precision.
4. Coordinate with local teams in Paris and Brussels, and stay connected with German-speaking stakeholders.
5. Ensure compliance with administrative processes and regulatory standards, adhering to German (and Belgian) accounting rules.

Must-have qualifications

• At least 2 years of accounting experience.
• Native or near-native fluency in German & English.
• In-depth knowledge of German accounting standards.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Based in Germany, France, or Belgium with a valid work permit (we do not sponsor visas).

Nice-to-have skills

• Proficiency in French.
• Knowledge of Belgian accounting standards.
• Experience in the event industry.

What we offer

• A dynamic, inclusive culture where we prioritize the right roles for the right people, sometimes creating or swapping roles to fit career goals.
• Flexible working hours and structures (fully remote in some locations, hybrid in others).
• Salary based on experience plus performance-based annual bonus.
• One paid day per year to volunteer.
• Creative colleagues and attractive career opportunities, including international assignments.
• Annual gatherings in exciting locations—past destinations include Paris, New York, Dubai, Brussels, and Marrakech. Ideas for 2026?

Perks

• Lunch vouchers.
• Home office and tech stipends.
• Subsidized gym memberships.
• Pet-friendly offices (location-dependent).
• Free coffee in all offices.
• Workation opportunities.
• Company phone.

The hiring process

1. Online application (You’ve swiped right).
2. Introductory phone/video call (Let’s see if we have chemistry!).
3. First-round interview (Getting to know you better).
4. Second-round interview (Meeting the team).
5. Offer (We’re in love. We hope you are too).

The most important bit

At egg, everyone’s ideas and perspectives are valued. We strive to do better and be better through regular feedback—top-down, bottom-up, and sideways. Accountability is key: it’s okay to make mistakes as long as we own and learn from them. People who thrive here are curious, eager to learn, and willing to coach others.

Our team is diverse, representing various social and cultural backgrounds. We believe diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and excellence. We welcome applications from all genders, including transgender and non-binary individuals, BIPOC communities, LGBTQ2S+ members, and people with disabilities.

As an ESG-driven company, we aim to positively impact our planet and society. By joining us, you become part of a progressive organization committed to ESG excellence and building a brighter future for everyone.