Senior Accountant

BMO Harris Bank; Dietzenbach; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking a highly motivated financial professional to join their team in Germany. The candidate will be responsible for key accounting processes and monthly close activities, requiring fluency in both English and German. The role offers remote working with monthly travel to Kassel and involves collaboration with cross-functional teams for tax and consolidation processes.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial statement preparation.
• Business fluent in English and German.
• Experience in internal controls and process optimization.

Aufgaben

• Perform monthly and annual financial statement closing activities.
• Support cost accounting processes and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with international teams on financial documentation.

Kenntnisse

Financial statements preparation

Cost accounting analysis

Internal controls

Process optimization

Conflict resolution

Ausbildung

Business Administration or related finance field

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Microsoft D365

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to support the Dedrone Finance team in Germany. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in revenue and will be required to perform a variety of tasks as part of the Month-end close process, playing a critical role in stabilizing the function while supporting the global consolidation and financial reporting process.

Location: Remote (Must be willing to travel to Kassel one week per month)

Reports To: Financial Controller, EMEA

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger and financial statement closing activities in accordance with US GAAP and HGB.
• Support standard cost accounting processes, including analysis of variances on material, labor, overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, VAT filings, and execute transfer pricing policies according to global guidance.
• Conduct actual vs. budget analysis, prepare flux and month-end commentary, cash planning, and working capital management.
• Generate and post accounts receivable invoices in accordance with revenue recognition standards (ASC606/IFRS 15).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with international teams, e.g., sales, corporate accounting, tax.
• Support intercompany accounting and settlement processes per global guidance.
• Serve as a key contact for tax auditors, advisors, and internal/external auditors on relevant topics.

Project and Controls:

• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries; assist in harmonizing ERP systems, chart of accounts, processes, and tools.
• Participate in or lead sub-projects to optimize accounting activities and internal controls (SOX).
• Perform and document month-end close controls, including balance sheet reconciliations and manual journal entries.
• Develop expertise in ERP (NetSuite/Salesforce) related accounting topics.

Who You Are:

• Successfully completed studies in Business Administration or a related finance field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience with post-merger integration, entity restructuring, and ERP projects (Microsoft D365 and NetSuite) is a strong plus.
• Experience with international revenue recognition guidelines and multiple deliverable contracts.
• Business fluent in English and German; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to handle conflicts and ambiguity constructively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Experience in internal controls and process optimization.

Don't meet every requirement? That's okay. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification.

Important Notes:

The above job description is not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this role. It may change or be supplemented at any time based on business needs.

Some roles may require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon is committed to safety, well-being, and environmental responsibility. All employees must adhere to relevant health, safety, and environmental policies and report concerns.

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