Senior Accountant

Ohio Society of CPAs; Kassel; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in safety technologies is seeking a motivated finance professional for their Kassel office. This role includes responsibilities for month-end closing, compliance with US GAAP and HGB, and ERP system optimization. The candidate should have a strong accounting background and be fluent in both English and German, contributing to financial integrity and supporting the organization's growth initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years experience in financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Business fluent in English and German.
• Experience in internal controls and process optimization.

Aufgaben

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities in accordance with US GAAP.
• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries.
• Generate accounts receivable invoices in line with revenue recognition guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Financial Statement Preparation

Cost Accounting

Tax Accounting

ERP Systems Optimization

Internal Controls

Ausbildung

Business Administration or related finance field

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft D365

Jobbeschreibung

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities, and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging, and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

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 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: Kassel, Germany

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 process including accounting and analysis of variances on material, labor, and overheads.
• Coordinate and support income tax returns, file VAT returns, 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 under ASC606/IFRS 15.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with international teams, e.g., sales, corporate accounting, and tax.
• Support intercompany accounting and settlement processes according to global guidance.
• Be a key contact for tax auditors, tax advisors, and internal/external auditors on relevant topics.

Project and Controls:

• Support post-merger integration of Axon subsidiaries; support harmonization of ERP systems, chart of accounts, processes, and tools.
• Participate in or lead sub-projects to optimize accounting activities and implement internal (SOX) controls.
• Perform and document month-end close controls, e.g., balance sheet reconciliation and manual journal entries.
• Develop into a functional expert in ERP-related accounting topics (NetSuite/Salesforce).

Who You Are:

• Successfully completed studies in Business Administration or a related finance field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in preparing financial statements according to US GAAP and HGB.
• Experience in post-merger integration, entity restructuring, and ERP projects (Microsoft D365 and NetSuite) is a 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 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 but your experience doesn't match perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit for this or other roles.

Important Notes:

This job description is not exhaustive and may change based on business needs. Some roles may require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon is committed to safety, environmental well-being, and diversity. We promote justice, equity, and inclusion. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail]. This email is for accommodation requests only.