Finance and Accounting Manager

ASBC; Potsdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

International career opportunities

Professional development & training

Team events

Job summary

ASBC, the Premium & Luxury Retail business of ASBIS Group, is seeking a hands-on Finance & Accounting Manager to own day-to-day finance and accounting operations for our German entity, ensuring accurate reporting in line with local requirements and Group standards.

This role combines operational accounting, monthly management reporting under IFRS, cash flow management, financial controls and coordination of tax, payroll and audit activities, with collaboration across the international Group

Qualifications

• Hands-on finance & accounting experience with ownership of processes.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and group reporting adjustments.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.
• Good command of German and English languages.
• Familiarity with local German accounting (HGB) and tax requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and timely recording of transactions.
• Prepare monthly management reporting per IFRS and Group requirements.
• Ensure reporting deadlines (14 days after month-end) are met.
• Coordinate annual financial statements and external audits.
• Oversee cash flow management and reconciliations.
• Contribute to process development and ERP-related improvements.

Skills

Finance & accounting

IFRS reporting

Excel

German language

English language

Tools

Odoo

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

ASBC is the Premium & Luxury Retail business (consumer electronics) of ASBIS Group, operating world-class retail concepts for leading technology and lifestyle brands across Europe, Africa, Central Asia, and North America.

About the Position:

We are looking for a hands-on Finance & Accounting Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance and accounting operations of our German entity and ensure accurate, timely and reliable financial reporting in line with local requirements and Group standards.

This role combines operational accounting, monthly management reporting under IFRS, cash flow management, financial controls and coordination of tax, payroll and audit activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with the international Group finance team and local external advisers, ensuring compliance, maintaining high-quality financial data and contributing to the development and automation of financial processes as the business grows.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working independently and taking responsibility for both day-to-day accounting activities and the broader financial reporting process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly management reporting in accordance with Group requirements and IFRS, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Salary Report and Gross Profit Reconciliation.
• Ensure monthly reporting is completed within the established deadline of 14 days after month-end.
• Prepare annual financial statements and disclosures in accordance with applicable local requirements.
• Coordinate quarterly reporting reviews and external audits, providing the required documentation, reconciliations and supporting information.
• Perform regular cash and bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Cash Flow & Financial Control

• Monitor and manage cash flow, preparing weekly cash flow reports and forecasts to support liquidity planning.
• Monitor accounts receivable on a weekly basis, follow up on outstanding balances and support effective credit control.
• Implement and maintain appropriate financial control procedures.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual stock counts and reconcile inventory balances with accounting records.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses as required.

Tax, Payroll & External Stakeholders

• Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual tax reporting in cooperation with the local tax adviser.
• Coordinate payroll-related financial processes and ensure the timely provision and reconciliation of payroll data.
• Maintain effective working relationships with banks, external auditors, tax advisers and the Group finance team.

Finance Process Development

• Actively contribute to the setup, development and continuous improvement of the company's financial processes.
• Support the transition of financial operations to the Group's Odoo ERP environment, contributing to improved data quality, reporting efficiency and automation.
• Ensure local financial processes and reporting practices are aligned with Group policies, systems and requirements.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a hands-on finance and accounting role, such as Finance & Accounting Manager, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant or a similar position.
• Strong practical knowledge of accounting processes, financial reconciliations and financial statement preparation.
• Experience preparing monthly management reports and reporting packages for an international group.
• Good knowledge of IFRS and experience with Group reporting adjustments.
• Knowledge of German accounting and statutory reporting requirements, including HGB, and familiarity with local tax requirements.
• Experience coordinating external audits and working with tax advisers.
• Practical experience in cash flow management, accounts receivable monitoring and financial controls.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; experience with Odoo is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills and a structured approach to work.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of financial processes and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset and effective communication skills when working with local and international stakeholders.
• Good command of German and English languages.
• Please note that this is an onsite position based at our Berlin office.

We Offer:

• Opportunity to work for a financially strong, fast-growing multinational company.
• Constant interaction with global teams of professionals
• International career opportunities
• Access to continuous professional development: training, certification programs, events, and team buildings
• Competitive salary package and motivation scheme
• Life events’ gifts, corporate presents and awards, years of service bonuses

We are proud of being one of the certified companies by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, as we believe that our true asset is people. ASBIS invests a lot to create a workplace where every employee has consistently positive experience, professional growth, and appropriate support to unlock their potential and build a future with the company.

We are on a mission to bring technology to everyone and are looking for new colleagues. Are you the one?