Senior Accountant, Bilanzbuchhalter

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Senior Accountant handling finance and accounting operations in a growing SaaS company. Overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and process optimization for robust financial management.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeBerlin • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You will take full responsibility for our finance and accounting function and ensure that our financials are always accurate, up-to-date and reliable.
As the central contact for all financial matters, you will provide the foundation for well-informed decisions in a growing SaaS company.
Accounting: Independently manage day-to-day accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, bank reconciliations).
Financial statements: Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB.
Tax & compliance: Prepare VAT returns and work closely with our tax advisor and auditors.
Reporting: Support monthly financial reporting and the preparation of key metrics for management and investors.
Processes: Help shape and optimize our financial processes and tools as the company grows.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed advanced training as a Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK) or equivalent qualification
Several years of professional experience in finance and accounting, ideally in a dynamic corporate or SaaS environment
Confident in independently preparing financial statements in accordance with HGB
Experience with Zoho Books and DATEV (or comparable cloud-based accounting software) and proficient with MS Office / Google Workspace
Structured, meticulous and proactive working style, with discretion in handling confidential information
Business-fluent German and good command of English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A responsible role with room to shape and influence in a growing company
Direct collaboration with management and insight into all business areas
Flexible working hours and the option to work from home (by arrangement)
A motivated team and an open company culture
Attractive compensation and opportunities for professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounts Receivable ManagementAccounts Payable ManagementGeneral Ledger AccountingBank ReconciliationVAT Return PreparationFinancial ReportingKey Metrics Preparation

Soft Skills

Structured Working StyleMeticulous Attention to DetailProactive ApproachDiscretion in Handling Confidential Information

Certifications

Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK)