Senior Accountant M/W

Newrest

Frankfurt

On-site

EUR 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company in multi-sector catering seeks a Senior Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with German tax laws. You will manage ledger reconciliations, prepare financial statements, and collaborate with various departments. Ideal candidates will have relevant accounting qualifications and experience in VAT law, and be fluent in both German and English.

Qualifications

Completed commercial apprenticeship in accounting, ideally with advanced certification.
Several years in accounting, expert in preparing HGB financial statements.
Familiar with IFRS standards and VAT laws.

Responsibilities

Perform reconciliations of ledgers and manage fixed asset accounts.
Support VAT compliance and tax reporting.
Prepare monthly financial statements and annual reports.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Knowledge of German commercial law

Understanding of VAT regulations

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Team player with communication skills

Education

Commercial apprenticeship

Qualification as accountant or tax specialist

Certifications like ZVÜ, LuSi, IFSG

Tools

ERP systems like Winrest

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Perform reconciliations of general and subsidiary ledgers.
Manage and maintain fixed asset accounts.
Execute payment runs for posted invoices.
Prepare and manage monthly financial statements.
Create and post monthly accruals in coordination with the controlling department.
Support the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with HGB.

Tax Compliance

Handle VAT pre-registration and compliance with German tax laws.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of tax-related data.

System Management

Adapt quickly to new tools and processes as required.

Collaboration and Support

Work closely with the controlling department and other teams to ensure financial accuracy.
Provide active support during audits and annual reporting cycles.

PROFILE

Education & Certification:

Successfully completed a commercial apprenticeship, ideally with further qualification as an accountant or tax specialist.
Additional certifications like ZVÜ, LuSi, and IFSG are a plus.

Experience:

Several years of professional experience in accounting, particularly in preparing financial statements according to HGB and managing VAT law.
Knowledge of IFRS standards is advantageous.
Experience with ERP systems such as Winrest or similar accounting tools.

Skills:

Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
Excellent knowledge of German commercial law and VAT regulations.
Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).
Structured, reliable, and self-motivated with a hands-on mentality.
Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Location Requirement:

Must reside in or around Kelsterbach.

ABOUT NEWREST :

Specialist in out-of-home catering in 56 countries, and the only player to intervene in all sectors of catering and related services, Newrest is one of the world leaders in multi-sector catering.

Our 45,000 committed and talented employees do what is necessary to offer consumers balanced, diversified and tasty meals while scrupulously respecting hygiene and food safety standards.

https://www.newrest.eu/

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