Group Accounting Manager (all genders)

NIF; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

STARK, a defence technology company, seeks a Group Accounting Manager to oversee group-wide financial reporting, consolidation, and accounting activities for the organization.

Reporting to the Head of Accounting, you will guide IFRS and HGB compliance, partner with subsidiaries and external auditors, and lead a growing accounting team.

The role requires 5–7+ years of relevant experience, excellent Excel and systems skills (NetSuite a plus), and fluent English with good German.

Qualifikationen

• Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics; CPA or equivalent is an asset.
• 5 to 7+ years of progressive experience in group accounting, in international company or major audit firm.
• In-depth IFRS and HGB knowledge, including group consolidation and reporting obligations.
• Experience with NetSuite is an advantage; consolidation software like Lucanet or SAP is a plus; advanced Excel.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in IFRS and HGB.
• Act as subject matter expert on IFRS and HGB accounting & technical assessments.
• Serve as liaison between corporate functions and national subsidiaries on accounting matters.
• Lead interaction with external group auditors during annual audits and reviews.
• Grow the Group Accounting team and foster a collaborative environment.
• Drive process improvements, system implementations, and finance initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Financial reporting

Consolidation

IFRS knowledge

HGB knowledge

Audit coordination

Team leadership

Excel advanced

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration/Economics

Tools

NetSuite

Lucanet

SAP

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.

We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems—not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe—today.

You will be reporting to the Head of Accounting. As Group Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the group-wide financial reporting, consolidation, and accounting activities for the organization. You will act as a key technical expert and a bridge between corporate functions, local subsidiaries, and external stakeholders.

• Financial Reporting & Consolidation: Prepare and review accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements for the corporate group and its subsidiaries in accordance with IFRS and HGB.
• Technical Guidance: Serve as the subject matter expert on complex accounting transactions, financial reporting requirements, and technical assessments under both IFRS and German GAAP (HGB).
• Subsidiary Support & Collaboration: Act as a central liaison between corporate functions and managers within national subsidiaries, supporting and advising them on local and group-level accounting matters.
• Audit & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal) and lead the interaction with external Group auditors during annual audits and reviews.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Possibility of growing the Group Accounting team, and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Ad-Hoc Projects & Process Improvement: Drive process enhancements, system implementations, and special finance initiatives to optimize financial workflows.

• Education: Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. A CPA or equivalent designation is a strong asset.
• Experience: 5 to 7+ years of progressive professional experience in (group) accounting, gained either within an international corporation or a major audit firm.
• Accounting Standards: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with IFRS and HGB (German GAAP), including group consolidation and reporting obligations for public or growth-stage companies.
• Software & Systems:
  • Prior experience using NetSuite is an advantage.
  • Experience with consolidation software (e.g., Lucanet, SAP, or similar tools) is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required. Good command/proficient skills in German are strongly preferred.
• Soft Skills & Work Style: Structured, detail-oriented, and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills to interact effectively across international, cross-functional teams.