Junior Accountant (m/w/d)

Heidelberg, Germany

HTE – The high throughput experimentation company accelerates research and development in catalysis, making it more productive. We enable cost-efficient innovations and shorter time-to-market for new products. This gives our customers in the energy and refinery sectors, environmental catalysis, and the chemical and petrochemical industries a competitive advantage.

Our technology and service offerings include:

1. R&D Solutions: Collaborative research in our modern laboratories in Heidelberg.
2. Technology Solutions: Integrated hardware and software solutions for high-throughput workflows in our customers' own laboratories.

Our customers benefit from broad technical and scientific expertise, a resolute solution and consulting approach, comprehensive end-to-end solutions, and excellent data quality. Being part of BASF ensures long-term orientation and stability.

Junior Accountant (m/w/d)

Location: 69123 Heidelberg, Germany

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to HGB and IFRS standards.
• Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the invoicing plan.
• Manage the invoicing and approval process, working closely with the sales team.
• Handle provisions and accruals.
• Prepare VAT returns and the summary report.
• Responsible for the monthly group reporting to BASF, including intercompany reconciliation.
• Cover for accounts payable and receivables accounting as needed.

Qualifications:

• Successfully completed a business administration degree with a focus on accounting or a comparable qualification (e.g., certified accountant).
• Ideally, some professional experience in a similar role, gained through internships or working student positions.
• Self-reliant and precise working style, with high comprehension skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Dynamics Navision/SAP) and good MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Basic knowledge of English, both spoken and written.
• Teamwork, social competence, and willingness to engage are essential.

As a market leader in high-throughput research, we work on socially relevant topics such as environmental and climate protection, energy efficiency, and mobility.

We offer our employees the opportunity to contribute creatively in this exciting and international environment. Benefits include:

• An open corporate culture: flat hierarchies, short communication channels, Duz culture, and open-door policy.
• Convenient location: accessible by car and public transport, with a subsidized Germany ticket.
• Comprehensive catering: cafeteria, free drinks, and fruit.
• Additional perks: team events, discounted fitness programs, and employee discounts via corporate benefits.