Finance Accountant (m/f/x)

Makersite; United States; Remote; USD 58,548 - 81,967; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

30 Days Paid Time Off

Remote-First Flexibility

Generous Learning & Development Budget

Choose Your Ideal Work Equipment

Job summary

Makersite is seeking a Finance Accountant to help shape sustainable product development. In this permanent role, you'll manage invoicing, accounts payable, and receivable while supporting month-end close processes. Candidates should have 5–7 years of accounting experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong Excel skills. The position allows remote work from anywhere in Germany. Join us to help drive digital transformation and make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience in an operational finance role.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, AR/AP processes, and financial closing procedures.
• Familiarity with German GAAP (HGB).

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices in the ERP system accurately.
• Manage payment cycles and monitor due dates.
• Issue customer invoices and follow up on overdue accounts.

Skills

Accounting software

Excel skills

Communication in German

Communication in English

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA)

Tools

DATEV

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Job description

Finance Accountant (m/f/x)

Location: Germany/Berlin/Stuttgart

(Remote)

Who You’ll Work For

At Makersite, we’re pioneering the future of sustainable product development and digital collaboration. As a leading platform for product lifecycle management (PLM), we empower companies to make smarter, more sustainable decisions across their entire supply chain. Our cutting-edge software enables teams to design, prototype, and manufacture with transparency, efficiency, and responsibility—reducing environmental impact while optimizing performance.

We’re a fast-growing, innovative company that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. If you’re passionate about technology, sustainability, and creating meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of manufacturing and product innovation.

Who we’re looking for

As part of our growing team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable product development. We’re looking for innovative, driven Finance Accountants who are passionate about technology and sustainability to join us in building tools that enable companies to make smarter, more responsible decisions. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals, contribute to cutting–edge projects, and help drive the digital transformation of industries worldwide. If you’re ready to make an impact and contribute to meaningful change, we want to hear from you!

This role is a fixed, permanent position. All successful applicants will need to reside in Germany with legal working permits or residence permits.

The role

• Invoice Booking: Accurately process supplier invoices in the ERP system, ensuring proper account coding, approval flow, and timely posting.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to internal financial controls.
• Accounts Payable (AP): Manage payment cycles, monitor due dates, and execute payments on time.
• Handle vendor inquiries and perform supplier reconciliations.
• Ensure proper accounting of prepayments and credit notes.
• Accounts Receivable (AR): Issue customer invoices promptly and in line with contracts, delivery notes, or service agreements.
• Monitor incoming payments, allocate them correctly, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Maintain accurate customer records and perform regular AR reconciliations.
• Bank Account Management: Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash transactions.
• Post all bank movements to the general ledger (G/L) and ensure alignment with accounting records.
• Support cash management and treasury–related activities.
• General Ledger (G/L) Postings: Book all relevant accounting entries related to AP, AR, banks, and other recurring transactions.
• Ensure accurate and timely journal entries in accordance with accounting policies and monthly close deadlines.Reconcile G/L accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies.
• Support Month‑End and Year‑End Close: Contribute to timely month‑end closing, including reconciliations, accruals, and cut‑off postings.
• Assist with audit preparations and provide required supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve open items and improve processes.
• Participate in Finance Projects and Continuous Improvement: Support finance–related projects such as system upgrades, process automation, or internal control enhancements.
• Collaborate on initiatives to improve the efficiency and quality of financial operations.
• Contribute ideas and solutions to modernize workflows and reporting.

Job requirements

• Education:
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable qualification.
• Completed professional accounting certification (e.g., Bilanzbuchhalter/in, CPA) is a plus.
• Experience:
• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a similar operational finance role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, AR/AP processes, general ledger accounting, and financial closing procedures.
• Familiarity with German GAAP (HGB).
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Skills:
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., DATEV, Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems).
• Accurate, structured, and dependable work approach.
• Effective communication skills in German and English.
• Hands‑on attitude.
• Openness to change, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: We reward your skills and experience with a compensation package that reflects your value.
• 30 Days Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Remote‑First Flexibility: Work from anywhere in Germany, with the option to collaborate in person at our offices in Stuttgart, Berlin (role dependent).
• Generous Learning & Development Budget: We invest in your growth, providing ample resources for personal and professional development.
• Choose Your Ideal Work Equipment: Whether you prefer Apple or Microsoft, we’ll equip you with the tools you need to excel.

The Experience

• Purpose‑Driven Work: Build something meaningful. Here, you’re not just creating another app; you’re contributing to a transformative vision that you can be proud of.
• Great Colleagues: Join a team that’s open, transparent, and international. We value inclusivity and foster a culture of collaboration and mutual respect.
• Work‑Life Balance: As a remote‑first company, we trust you to do your best work, your way. You have the flexibility to work when it suits you, ensuring a healthy balance between personal and professional life.
• Pride in Impact: We’re already making a significant difference with global, well‑known customers who share our vision. Be part of something that matters.
• Stability with Ambition: With realistic growth plans, we’re committed to changing the way things are made‑without sacrificing our ambitious goals for innovation and impact.

If you want to find out more about what it’s like to work at Makersite, check out our Careers Page.

Diversity and Inclusion

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best – please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.

At Makersite, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success, and we are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all applications regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rest assured, all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.