Senior Accountant - German € 80K Düsseldorf Perm

The Skills Coalition; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 48.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Skills Coalition is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee German subsidiaries, drive the transition to internal accounting, and implement the Odoo platform in Germany (preferably Düsseldorf). You will ensure accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes to support growth.

Candidates should have a degree in accounting/finance, German tax knowledge, and hands-on ERP experience, with fluency in German and English.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of German accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.
• Fluency in German and English is essential.

Aufgaben

• Manage daily financial operations for four subsidiaries in Germany.
• Oversee accounting cycle incl. AP/AR, GL entries, reconciliations, and payroll.
• Implement and maintain Odoo accounting platform.
• Prepare financial statements for consolidation with central teams.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Bilingual German/English

Ausbildung

Degree in Accounting or Finance

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

Odoo ERP

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Accountant (German Language Required)

Salary

Upto € 80k per year, based on experience

Employment Type

Full-Time, Flexible Hours (Monday to Friday)

B2 German Minimum

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team in Germany (preferably Düsseldorf). This key role will oversee the financial operations of our German branches, manage the transition to internal accounting, and implement the Odoo accounting platform. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and optimize financial processes to support company growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily financial operations for four subsidiaries in Germany
• Oversee all aspects of the accounting cycle, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and payroll
• Implement and maintain the Odoo accounting platform to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports for consolidation with central teams
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, reporting requirements, and legal obligations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and goals
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making and business planning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulators

Questions

• Are you currently based in Düsseldorf or willing to relocate?
• When would you be available to begin?

Requirements

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification preferred
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar role, ideally within a regulated industry
• Strong knowledge of German accounting principles, tax regulations, and legal requirements
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and ERP systems, preferably Odoo
• Analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to identify trends in financial data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Proactive attitude and results-driven mindset in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in both German and English is essential