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Balance Sheet Accountant, Senior Accountant
Jobbusters®Senior Accountant responsible for financial statement preparation and management support. Working with a finance team in a family-run manufacturing company focused on quality and innovation.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in preparing and analyzing financial statements in accordance with HGB, along with strong capabilities in financial bookkeeping, consolidation processes, and process optimization. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and Excel for effective financial reporting and analysis.
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HGB AccountingFinancial Statement PreparationConsolidation ProcessesERP Systems ExperienceProcess Optimization
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Hard Skills
Financial BookkeepingFinancial AnalysisGeneral Ledger ReconciliationIntercompany PostingsStatutory FilingsDigital Workflows DevelopmentReporting ToolsAutomation SolutionsExcel ProficiencyAnalytical Thinking
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsGoal-Oriented Working StyleIndependent Working StyleConfident PresenceEnthusiasm for Digital Transformation
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsMicrosoft Environment
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree in FinanceCertified Bilanzbuchhalter
Industry Keywords
Financial StatementsClosing ProcessesAuditsTax-Related IssuesCompliance
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Independently prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB (German Commercial Code / German GAAP)
- Support the preparation of the consolidated financial statements and consolidation processes within the corporate group
- Monitor and continuously improve closing and reporting processes with respect to quality and timeliness
- Oversee central areas of accounting and ensure smooth operational workflows
- Reconcile general ledger and subledger accounts as well as intercompany postings
- Serve as a competent interface for external auditors, consultants and internal departments
- Organize and accompany annual financial statement audits, tax audits and operational audits
- Provide technical support to management on financial and accounting matters
- Assist with tax-related issues and the preparation of statutory filings
- Identify optimization opportunities within finance processes and drive implementation
- Further develop digital workflows, reporting tools and automation solutions
- Participate in company-wide projects related to finance, reporting and compliance
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree in finance, accounting or controlling, or comparable qualification (e.g., certified Bilanzbuchhalter / Balance Sheet Accountant (IHK))
- Several years of practical experience in accounting, financial bookkeeping or financial statement preparation
- Sound knowledge of accounting under HGB and reliable experience with financial statements
- Experience with group accounting or consolidation processes is an advantage
- Confident presence when dealing with external auditors, tax advisors and internal stakeholders
- User experience with ERP systems, ideally in a modern Microsoft environment
- Excellent Excel skills and a strong numerical and process-oriented mindset
- Enthusiasm for digital transformation, process optimization and modern finance organizations
- Structured, independent and goal-oriented working style
- Strong communication skills, analytical thinking and a high degree of responsibility
- Good English skills for communication with international contacts
Benefits
Comp & perks- A varied position with a high level of responsibility and long-term prospects
- Direct collaboration with decision-makers in a successful mid-sized company environment
- Short communication channels and a relaxed, collegial atmosphere
- Opportunity to actively shape processes and contribute your own ideas
- Modern working environment with a focus on innovation and digitalization
- Individual support through professional and personal development opportunities
- Good transport connections and easy accessibility of the location
- Bike leasing scheme for sustainable mobility
- Attractive overall package including additional benefits