- Manage plant-level accounting independently
- Oversee monthly and annual financial closures under German GAAP (HGB)
- Support group reporting packages and handle cross-border financial tasks under IFRS
- Provide functional leadership to two operational accountants
- Lead intercompany reconciliations and manage fixed asset accounting
- Take an active role in the rollout and optimization of our ERP system (Infor LN)
- Serve as key contact for external auditors and tax advisors
Requirements
- Fluent German (C1)
- Strong English (C1)
- Multiple years of hands‑on experience in financial accounting
- Solid expertise in preparing HGB financial statements
- Experience with IFRS reporting in group structures
- Degree in Business Administration or Finance, focus on Accounting
- Commercial qualification with certified balance sheet accountant diploma (Bilanzbuchhalter m/w/d)
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in managing plant-level accounting, overseeing financial closures under German GAAP, and supporting IFRS group reporting. Proficient in leading operational accountants and optimizing ERP systems while ensuring compliance with external audit requirements.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Fluent German (C1)
- Strong English (C1)
- HGB Financial Statements Preparation
- IFRS Reporting Experience
- Certified Balance Sheet Accountant Diploma
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Intercompany Reconciliations
- Fixed Asset Accounting
- Group Reporting Packages
- ERP System Optimization
Soft Skills
- Functional Leadership
- Communication with External Auditors
Certifications & Qualifications
- Certified Balance Sheet Accountant Diploma (Bilanzbuchhalter m/w/d)
Industry Keywords
- German GAAP (HGB)
- IFRS
- Financial Closures
- Cross-Border Financial Tasks
Tools & Technologies