German Language Specialist - Finance

VOIS; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is seeking a detail-oriented German Lease Accounting Specialist to support real estate and lease accounting operations in compliance with IFRS 16. Based in Pune, the hybrid role involves end-to-end lease contract management, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations while engaging with international stakeholders.

German and English language skills are mandatory to support global requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of IFRS 16 and lease accounting principles.
• Experience in financial analysis, accounting operations and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate accounting activities in compliance with IFRS 16 principles and internal policies.
• End-to-end lease contract administration, including creation, modification and maintenance.
• Perform monthly valuation postings for all eligible leases with accuracy and timeliness.
• Support month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting requirements.
• Deliver internal and external financial reporting and compliance-related activities.
• Analyze accounting data, identify issues and support process improvement initiatives.

Skills

IFRS 16

Lease accounting

Finance analysis

SAP

SAP RE-FX

Excel

Stakeholder management

English communication

German language proficiency

Tools

SAP

SAP RE-FX

Excel

Job description

GERMAN LEASE ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST (IFRS 16 & SAP) - VOIS

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

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About this Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical finance professional to support real estate accounting and lease accounting operations in compliance with IFRS 16 requirements. Based in Pune, this hybrid role is responsible for end-to-end lease contract management, contract creation and modifications, financial reporting, month-end accounting activities, balance sheet reconciliations and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will work closely with international stakeholders and must possess strong German and English language skills to support business requirements in a global environment.

What you will do

• Manage real estate accounting activities in compliance with IFRS 16 principles and internal policies.
• Ensure all operational and administrative processes are followed accurately and consistently.
• Manage end-to-end lease contract administration, including contract creation, modification and maintenance.
• Ensure lease accounting contracts are created and modified accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Perform monthly valuation postings for all eligible leases with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Support month‑end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting requirements.
• Deliver internal and external financial reporting and compliance-related activities.
• Analyze accounting data, identify issues and support troubleshooting and process improvement initiatives.
• Communicate accounting requirements and procedural updates clearly to stakeholders and assess their business impact.
• Support additional finance and accounting responsibilities as required by the line manager.

Who you are

• Strong knowledge of IFRS 16 and lease accounting principles.
• Experience in financial analysis, accounting operations and reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Hands‑on SAP experience is essential, with SAP RE-FX knowledge considered advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• German language proficiency at B2.1 level or above is mandatory.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

Whats in it for you

• Opportunity to work in a global finance environment supporting international stakeholders.
• Exposure to IFRS 16 lease accounting and real estate accounting processes.
• Hybrid working model based in Pune.
• Experience working with SAP finance systems and reporting processes.
• Continuous learning and development within a diverse and collaborative organisation.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced lease accounting and IFRS 16 application in a multinational environment.
• SAP RE-FX and wider SAP finance process expertise.
• Financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliation and compliance practices.
• Stakeholder management across international teams and markets.
• Data analysis, financial controls and process improvement methodologies.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, were working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.