Assistant Controller - EMEA (EU Remote)

Gurobi Optimization; Madrid; A distancia; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global optimization software company seeks an Assistant Controller for its EMEA division. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing compliance with German regulations, and reporting under US GAAP. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, proficiency in German HGB, and strong leadership skills. Fluency in German and English is required, along with expertise in financial reporting systems. This position is full-time and remote within Europe.

Formación

• Over 5 years of finance and accounting experience, preferably in tech/software companies.
• Proficiency and certification in German HGB standards and experience with US GAAP.
• Knowledge of German tax regulations, VAT, and cross-border taxation.
• Experience with international consolidations and compliance.
• Fluency in German and English (spoken and written).

Responsabilidades

• Manage accounting close and reporting for Gurobi's European operations.
• Ensure statutory reporting compliance including VAT and other tax obligations.
• Analyze cash flow for German subsidiaries.
• Support tax compliance submissions and financial statement audits.

Conocimientos

Technical accounting skills

Leadership qualities

Continuous improvement mindset

Communication skills

Financial reporting skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related fields

Chartered accountant, CPA or similar certification

Herramientas

NetSuite

Salesforce

MS Office

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As the Assistant Controller – EMEA

at Gurobi Optimization, you will oversee financial operations for our European division, focusing on Germany. Your responsibilities include supporting financial statement preparation and analysis, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and improving internal controls and processes. You will collaborate with global teams to ensure accurate reporting and strategic financial planning, reporting to the Global Controller. Our core values guide our culture, and your role will involve upholding these values and contributing to our global image. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, leadership qualities, a mindset for continuous improvement, and a dedication to high performance.

What will you be doing?

• Managing accounting close and reporting for Gurobi’s European operations, specifically Gurobi GmbH, under US GAAP, including consolidation and foreign currency translations.
• Handling transfer pricing and inter-company transactions.
• Ensuring statutory reporting compliance, including VAT and other tax obligations.
• Supporting tax compliance submissions and financial statement audits.
• Transforming and scaling financial reporting processes to meet local standards (German HGB).
• Analyzing cash flow for German subsidiaries and advising on intra-group cash transfers.
• Ensuring compliance with German tax laws and managing cash disbursements.
• Maintaining foreign currency reporting and assisting with risk management.
• Contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and evaluating significant transactions or expansion plans.
• Managing financial systems and ERP software, supporting upgrades and process improvements.

What experience and qualifications should you have?

• Over 5 years of finance and accounting experience, preferably in tech/software growth-stage companies.
• Proficiency and certification in German HGB standards and experience with US GAAP.
• Knowledge of German tax regulations, VAT, and cross-border taxation.
• Experience with international consolidations, transfer pricing, and compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite, CRM systems like Salesforce, and MS Office.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related fields.
• Chartered accountant, CPA, or similar certification.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Fluency in German and English (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus.

What skills and attributes should you have?

• Strong accounting, reporting, financial planning, and analysis skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional and international collaboration.
• A growth mindset for developing financial processes.
• Comfort working remotely across different time zones.

Your alignment with our Gurobi Core Values:

• Customer Focus: Clear communication that builds trust.
• The Power of the Team: Motivated, team-oriented, inspiring others.
• Innovation: Courage to share ideas and contribute globally.
• Dedication: Organized, agile, balancing professional goals with work/life balance.
• Integrity: Conducting all business ethically and responsibly.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries: Software Development