Financial Accounting Manager - 6 Month Contract

Financial Accounting Manager / Controller (6 Month Contract) - Frankfurt Hybrid

Are you a detail-driven accounting professional looking to make a real impact within a global organization? We’re offering a rare opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative finance team in Frankfurt on an initial 6-month contract with the potential to transition into a permanent full-time role based on performance.

This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work both from home and our centrally located Frankfurt office (Bockenheimer Landstrasse), giving you the best of both worlds.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Financial Accounting Manager / Controller to take ownership of financial operations for German legal entities and support regional projects across EMEA. You’ll be an integral part of a high-performing international team contributing to everything from statutory reporting and audits to tax compliance and process improvements.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and enjoys solving complex problems with an analytical mindset, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Lead month-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations
2. Prepare statutory financial statements in line with US GAAP and German local GAAP
3. Coordinate with external auditors for timely completion of audits
4. Support preparation of tax and VAT returns and related workflows
5. Assist in restructuring M&A and disposal projects across the region
6. Drive process improvement initiatives and implement best practices

What We’re Looking For

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
2. ACA, ACCA, CPA, or similar qualification
3. Minimum 5 years of experience in financial reporting or accounting
4. Solid knowledge of German GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations
5. Experience working with auditors (Big 4 background is a plus)
6. Fluent in English with excellent communication skills
7. Highly organized with a hands-on problem-solving attitude
8. A collaborative team player who thrives in change

Why Apply

1. Hybrid working model - enjoy flexibility and autonomy
2. Make an impact - contribute to key strategic initiatives
3. Path to permanency - prove yourself and grow with us long-term
4. Work with a global team - collaborate across borders and functions

Basic Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills
3. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research abilities with keen attention to detail
4. Proficiency in MS Office
5. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
6. Willingness to work rotational shifts as per business needs

Preferred Qualifications

1. 1-3 years of relevant experience
2. Experience using Salesforce or Oracle

Key Skills

Internal Audit, Supervising, Data Entry, Compliance, Customer Service, Accounting & Finance, General Ledger Accounting, IFRS, External Audit, Microsoft Excel, ERP, Payroll, Financial statement, ACCA, CPA