German speaking Accountant / Financial Accountant

Language Matters; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled German speaking Accountant to join an international team based in London. This hybrid role involves ensuring accuracy in financial operations, preparing management reports, and managing multi-currency transactions. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of accounting experience, solid knowledge of VAT regulations, and is fluent in both German and English. Competitive salary and engaging work environment offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting and finance.
• Familiarity with German VAT regulations and intercompany processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and distributing weekly management reports.
• Managing transactions in multiple currencies.
• Assisting with budgeting and financial analysis projects.

Skills

Accounting experience

Fluent in German

Advanced Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

German speaking Accountant / Financial Accountant

Are you an experienced accountant looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, multicultural environment? We are seeking a skilled German speaking accountant to join international team based in London – Westminster (hybrid work). This is an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate group of professionals in the conference and event industry.

Key Responsibilities

In this hands-on role, you’ll play a vital part in our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and actionable insights across our international business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and distributing weekly management reports
• Managing transactions in multiple currencies
• Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns, including German VAT compliance
• Reconciling bank and credit card statements
• Independently handling accruals, provisions, and prepayments
• Supporting intercompany month-end closings and annual financial statements (HGB)
• Assisting with budgeting, reforecasts, and ad-hoc financial analysis projects

About you:

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical skills with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset:

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting and finance
• Solid knowledge of general ledger and subledger systems
• Familiarity with German VAT regulations and intercompany processes
• Advanced Excel skills and eagerness to learn new systems
• Fluent in German and English (spoken and written)
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with global teams
• Ability to work independently and stay calm under pressure

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