Head of Accounting (m/f/d)

Media Broadcast Satellite GmbH; Usingen; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Employer contributions to pension scheme

Job summary

Media Broadcast Satellite GmbH in the United States is seeking a Head of Accounting to lead the Accounting department and manage financial reporting. You will ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain the integrity of financial data through your leadership.

This role offers a hybrid working setup, combining flexibility and responsibility in an international environment. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Finance and significant leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Several years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong leadership skills with a successful track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounting department.
• Oversee monthly and annual closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting standards compliance

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Finance or related field

Job description

About us

MBS operates satellites, ground stations, and secure communications networks to ensure that armed forces, government agencies, and businesses remain reliably connected anytime and anywhere.

As an owner-managed, mid-sized company specializing in satellite communications and space technology, we employ around 300 people across our locations in Germany, France, and Poland. With our own ground infrastructure, including the largest teleport in Germany, we have been developing and operating highly reliable satellite and data network communication solutions for government and industrial customers for over 45 years.

Working at MBS means making a direct contribution to Europe’s security infrastructure, with real responsibility from day one.

As Head of Accounting (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the further development and management of the Group’s accounting function. Together with international finance teams, you will shape efficient, reliable, and future-oriented accounting processes across the organization.

Your tasks

• Lead, manage, and further develop the Accounting department, with responsibility for the general ledger, financial close processes, finance systems, and interfaces with Treasury and Tax
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal group policies
• Maintain the quality, integrity, and reliability of financial data across ERP and finance systems while driving the continuous improvement and automation of existing processes
• Coordinate and optimize end-to-end accounting processes, from bookkeeping and account reconciliations through to reporting and system integration
• Provide functional leadership and collaborate closely with international finance teams to ensure group-wide standards and consistent processes
• Act as a trusted business partner and key point of contact for accounting-related matters, working closely with external partners as well as internal stakeholders across management and controlling
• Define, implement, and monitor accounting policies, processes, and internal controls, while supporting the introduction of new systems, tools, and reporting requirements

Your profile

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Several years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance, ideally within a dynamic international environment
• Additional professional qualifications, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent, are considered an advantage
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of successfully leading, motivating, and developing teams
• Ability to bring together people and stakeholders across functions and legal entities to drive common goals and achieve results
• High level of ownership, accuracy, and reliability combined with a hands‑on approach
• Structured, solution‑oriented, and proactive working style with the drive to actively shape and improve processes and initiatives
• Ability to thrive in dynamic organizational structures and a willingness to take responsibility in a fast‑changing international environment
• Excellent communication skills, entrepreneurial mindset, and the motivation to be part of an ambitious team with significant scope for impact and influence
• Required language skills: German – C1, English – B2

We offer

• Freedom, trust, and ownership in your area of responsibility within an international environment characterized by flat hierarchies and short decision‑making paths
• Flexible working hours through a flexitime model, combined with a hybrid work setup that balances on‑site collaboration and remote work
• Comprehensive work equipment, including a company mobile phone and laptop
• Free charging facilities for electric vehicles at our headquarters in Usingen
• Long‑term support for your professional growth through training and development opportunities
• Permanent employment contract, 30 days of annual leave, and employer contributions to the company pension scheme
• Additional financial benefits, including a benefits card with monthly credit and subsidized electric vehicle leasing through employer contributions
• Complimentary coffee and water, as well as an on‑site cafeteria offering freshly prepared meals