Unzer

Senior Manager, General Ledger

Unzer

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Berlin • Germany

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead and oversee complex general ledger tasks and closing activities: ensure high-quality execution of general ledger entries, reconciliations, intercompany settlements, valuation issues, and cross-functional adjusting entries — aiming to minimize management effort.
  • Drive improvements in general ledger processes, tools, and internal controls: identify weaknesses in accounting processes, design optimizations, standardize procedures, and contribute to S/4HANA optimization and automation initiatives.
  • Coordinate and perform central monthly and annual close activities (HGB): prepare complex journal entries, provisions, accruals, and valuation adjustments; ensure compliance with accounting policies and the requirements of external audit and internal review.
  • Serve as a subject-matter expert for internal and external stakeholders: act as the primary contact for complex accounting questions, support auditors and tax advisors, and work closely with Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR), Merchant Accounting, Controlling, and Treasury.
  • Prepare and validate financial information for BaFin, Deutsche Bundesbank, CSSF (Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier), and FSA (Financial Supervisory Authority): ensure the accuracy and completeness of data transferred from the general ledger into all relevant regulatory reporting systems.

Requirements

  • Strong technical expertise in general ledger accounting under HGB (German Commercial Code); IFRS knowledge is an advantage.
  • Solid SAP S/4HANA experience (GL, FI, interfaces) and the ability to identify system optimization needs.
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, external audit, or financial reporting.
  • Ideally an additional qualification, e.g., certified balance sheet accountant (Geprüfter Bilanzbuchhalter).
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to independently handle complex accounting issues.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets.
  • Excellent prioritization skills, deadline discipline, and ability to collaborate across teams.
  • Very good command of English; high reliability, strong sense of responsibility (ownership mentality), and a structured way of working.
Benefits
  • Work from home up to 60% of the time. We support your work–life balance.
  • Support for your commute: whether Swapfiets, JobRad, or the Deutschlandticket — we cover your way to work.
  • Training budget of €1,000 per year — develop your skills with our support.
  • Mental health support through a partnership with Nilo.health.
  • Pension provision — we want to give back and help you secure your future.
  • 15 days per year Workation — work from a location of your choice within the EU.
  • Flexible working hours — choose the schedule that suits you best.
  • Enjoy great moments with your colleagues — we hold an annual company party and several team events.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
general ledger accountingHGBIFRSSAP S/4HANAjournal entriesprovisionsaccrualsvaluation adjustmentsfinancial reportingdata validation
Soft skills
analytical skillsprioritization skillsdeadline disciplinecollaborationownership mentalitystructured workingcommunicationproblem-solvingattention to detailindependence
Certifications
certified balance sheet accountant