Finance Manager

Sereact

F&A Manager overseeing day-to-day financial operations and accounting structures in Stuttgart. Support the setup of accounting structures and ensure compliance with regulations in Germany.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeStuttgart • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

inventory accountingcost center frameworksjournal entriesreconciliationsGAAPHGBfinancial statementsstatutory ledger reportingAccounts Payable managementaudit preparation

Soft Skills

collaborative relationshipsattention to detailstrategic perspectivecost disciplinetrusted advisorprocess optimizationefficiency improvementscommunicationleadershipproblem-solving

Tools & Technologies

global ERP systemchart of accounts mappingfinancial controlsinternal controlsregulatory auditsmanagement reportscross-border reportingfiscal regulationsinventory control proceduresfinancial harmonization

Certifications & Qualifications

degree in Accountingdegree in Financedegree in Business Administrationcertified accountant qualification

Industry Keywords

manufacturing operationsmonth-end close processlocal tax compliancecost optimizationfinancial assessmentsinternational operationslocal authoritiescustomsfiscal officesstatistics offices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the setup of accounting structures for new manufacturing operations in Germany, including inventory accounting, cost center frameworks, and internal financial controls.
Manage the month-end close process in Germany and the United States, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting assessments for customer contracts.
Prepare local GAAP (HGB) financial statements and management reports, ensuring full compliance with local tax and fiscal regulations
Establish and monitor inventory accounting and control procedures, overseeing valuation, movement tracking, and physical inventory counts across German facilities.
Build collaborative relationships with local authorities (customs, fiscal, and statistics offices) and support financial statement and regulatory audits.
Contribute to global consolidation, cross-border reporting, and financial harmonization, combining attention to detail with a strategic perspective on international operations.
Serve as a financial partner, reviewing and challenging spend requests, ensuring cost discipline is maintained across the organization even in a fast-moving environment.
Lead the in-sourcing of key accounting activities currently handled by external providers, driving the transition to internal ownership.
Spearhead the implementation of statutory ledger reporting in a global ERP system, including chart of accounts mapping, reconciliations, and tax reporting setup.
Drive continuous optimization of processes, systems, and internal controls, collaborating closely with internal teams across borders and external partners to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Serve as a trusted advisor to management on financial and investment decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements across the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or a certified accountant qualification
Strong technical expertise in HGB and knowledge of US GAAP.
Proven track record in monthly/annual closing, audit preparation, and Accounts Payable management
Full professional proficiency in German (C1 or above) and English, both required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wellpass (gym membership)
Flexible working hours
A key role in an innovative AI-robotics startup
Wide-ranging scope for shaping and developing our Finance department
A motivated team and an open corporate culture
Competitive compensation and excellent opportunities for development