Team Lead Accounts Receivable (all genders)

We are looking for a Team Lead Accounts Receivable (all genders) for our Finance team in the heart of buzzing Berlin!

You will:

1. Lead and develop a team of 5 employees in accounts receivable.
2. Ensure the timely and accurate completion of monthly closing activities in accounts receivable.
3. Prepare, analyze, and record the revenues of the Babbel Group based on payment provider statements, external reports, or internal data.
4. Act as the internal stakeholder for the continuous development of our data streams to ensure they provide a valid basis for accounting.
5. Monitor the B2B invoicing process and prepare and record outgoing invoices in the ERP system.
6. Develop solutions for the accounting of new revenue streams and stay updated on changes in legislation.
7. Serve as the main point of contact for colleagues from other departments regarding technical questions related to the group’s revenues.
8. Actively contribute to the automation of our processes and share responsibility for maintaining and clarifying accounts receivable.
9. Take ownership of various projects, such as the implementation of ERP solutions for accurate revenue recognition.

You have:

1. A completed commercial education; a qualification as a financial accountant or tax specialist is a plus.
2. At least 4+ years of professional experience in accounts receivable according to HGB and IFRS, complemented by solid knowledge of German VAT regulations.
3. Experience in leading a team and managing the accounting of B2B and B2C transactions.
4. Ideally, experience with revenue recognition through internal data streams and/or in the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sector.
5. A communicative, independent, and meticulous work style, especially in delivering results on time.
6. Proficiency in at least one ERP system (e.g., Workday) and strong MS Excel skills.
7. Communication skills in both German and English.

Some perks of becoming a Babbelonian:

• Enjoy 30 vacation days and the chance to take a 3-month Sabbatical. Plus family and life situation counseling.
• Decide how, when and from where you want to work with our flexible working hours and remote friendly options as Jobbatical (up to 3 months inside the EU) or work from our fully equipped office with nap, faith and family rooms.
• Learn and grow with internal learning opportunities, and use a yearly learning & development budget for external training. Learn languages with Babbel for free with your full access to Babbel & Babbel Live classes.
• Take advantage of your mobility benefits options and a discounted Urban Sports Club membership.
• Be part of our employee communities (such as Femgineers, DE&I Ambassadors and LGBTQIA groups), attend cultural and social events.

Diversity at Babbel

As part of our journey towards building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company, we welcome everyone to apply, especially those underrepresented in tech. We are a learning company, inside and out, and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all technical requirements. All candidates are assessed based on skills, qualifications, and our business needs. Please state your pronouns in your application, and let us know if you'd like to be addressed by a different name. If you have a disability or special need, inform us so we can provide appropriate assistance during the application process.