Lead Accountant/Hauptbuchhalter(in)

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• Supervise the full bookkeeping of the branches/legal entities in the regions supported
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual closing, ensuring books are closed in good quality and meeting deadlines
• Manage ongoing reconciliations of all Balance Sheet Accounts (Intercompany, subledgers, banks, accruals, prepayments, etc.)
• Responsible for day to day finance and accounting operations; perform complex accounting
• Take part in preparation of statutory annual financial statements
• Work with internal and external auditors
• Develop and maintain internal controls; promote accounting excellence, create and maintain local policies
• Supervise and manage the accounting team members

General requirements:

• At least 6 years senior accounting experience
• Being familiar with HGB (Handelsgesetzbuch)
• University/College degree in finance
• People management experience
• Fluency in both German and English
• Advanced Excel knowledge

Competencies:

• Hard-working and can-do attitude
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail

What we offer:

• Fair salary package including various benefits
• Professional and international working environment
• Further career opportunities
• Central office location