Senior Accountant

Luminator Technology Group; United States; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technology solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage financial processes and ensure compliance with local and international regulations. This role supports both hybrid and remote work arrangements and requires significant experience in accounting standards alongside proficiency in English and German.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in full-cycle accounting.
• Experience with German accounting and tax regulations.
• Ability to work independently in a distributed environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complete accounting for subsidiaries according to local regulations.
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with HGB and US GAAP.
• Coordinate with external auditors for documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in German

Proactive attitude

Education

Professional certification (ACCA or CPA)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Luminator Technology Group delivers globally recognized technology solutions that increase intelligence, safety, and efficiency for public transport operations.

Our solutions enhance operational efficiency, passenger counting accuracy, safety, route scheduling optimization, and maintenance detection. With technology deployed in over 50,000 railcars and 56,000 buses across 85 countries, Luminator is shaping the future of transit systems.

About the role

As a Senior Accountant, you will oversee accounting operations and ensure compliance with local financial regulations. This role offers a hybrid model from our office in Rastatt, Germany, or a fully remote position within Germany. Your primary duties will include managing accounting processes, financial reporting, and ensuring adherence to local and international regulations.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee full accounting for subsidiaries according to local regulations in Germany.
• Prepare and approve financial statements, balance sheets, and income statements in compliance with standards such as HGB and US GAAP.
• Supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare documentation for audits.
• Prepare tax filings (VAT, CIT, etc.) in both countries.
• Manage intercompany transactions and consolidations across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with other departments to support financial and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and payroll requirements.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Senior Accountant at the entity level.
• At least 5 years of experience with German accounting and tax regulations.
• Ability to work independently in a distributed environment.
• Experience with international or cross-border operations.
• Proven skills in tax calculation, financial statement preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of HGB and experience with ERP systems.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work in an international team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as ACCA or CPA.
• Deep knowledge of German accounting, tax regulations, payroll, and employer obligations.

Luminator is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

The responsibilities and requirements listed are general guidelines and may not encompass all aspects of the role.

Luminator does not accept staffing agency candidates for this posting.

All positions are in-office unless specified otherwise.

Do you require visa sponsorship to work in Germany?*

Where in Germany are you located?*

Do you have at least 5 years of professional, non-intern experience with full-cycle accounting (reconciliation, financial statements, tax reporting)?*