🇸🇰 Accountant with German (International Projects)

Accountant with German (International Projects)

Responsibilities

In this role, you will support and coordinateoperational finance and accounting processes across various projects, with a strong focus onAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Procure-to-Pay activities.

• Collaborate oninternational projects and work closely with external(primarily German-speaking) clients

• Record, review, and reconcile financial transactions within agreed timelines, includingAP, AR, bank transactions, payroll-related items, and GL entries

• Work withaccounting data (e.g. open items, invoices, payments) with a focus on follow-ups, clarifications, and issue resolution rather than purely transactional posting

• Support and coordinateend-to-end finance processes, including Procure-to-Pay, cash application, and treasury-related activities

• Actively communicate with clients and internal stakeholdersin German (emails, calls, meetings) and participate in regular status discussions

• Drive resolution of open items, including chasing approvals and coordinating across finance and business teams

• Support month-end closing activities and contribute tofinancial reporting in cooperation with financial analysts

• Assist in the preparation ofmonthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards

• Perform basicfinancial analysis to identify discrepancies, trends, and areas for improvement

• Ensurecompliance with accounting standards and applicable legislation, adapting processes where needed

• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and enhance efficiency and transparency

• Share knowledge within the team and support junior colleagues (depending on seniority)

What you need to succeed

• 4+ years of experience inaccounting or finance operations

• Fluency inGerman (C1 level) is essential, both written and spoken, for daily communication with German-speaking clients

• Good command of English for internal communication

• Experience inaccounting or finance operations

• Solidunderstanding of accounting processes such as AP, AR, GL, Procure-to-Pay, or treasury is a strong advantage

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately with financial data

• Experience with accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced MS Excel skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines

• Proactive and “can-do” attitude, with theability to take ownership and drive topics independently

• Strong communication skills and confidence in client interaction, including the ability to follow up, push topics forward, and resolve open items

• Client-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering quality and building trusted relationships

• Experience in consulting, SSC, or a shared service environment is a plus

• Knowledge of accounting or tax regulations is an advantage

• In today’s workplace, familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and Power BI is valuable. We seek someone who uses AI to enhance productivity, supports decision-making with AI insights, embraces continuous learning, and balances human judgment with data. No AI expertise required—just a willingness to embrace technology as an enabler, not a threat.

What we offer

• Work oninternational projects for German-speaking clients

• A role with strongclient-facing exposure and space for professional growth

• Junior–senior team setup with learning and knowledge sharing

• Supportive environment with clear development opportunities

• Modern tools and structured finance processes

• A wide range of benefits supporting wellbeing, learning, and work-life balance

Benefits you can enjoy while working:

• Financial Rewards: Benefit from regular salary reviews, performance bonuses and other special bonuses. Enjoy meal contributions and a cafeteria benefit system offering personalized choices.

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our hybrid working policy, flexible working hours, 2 extra days off during Christmas along with Sick-days. Every minute of your extra work is valued and compensated.

• Career Development: Engage in tailored internal and external training programs, benefit from a structured career development plan, and as an employee take advantage of discounts of up to 30% on internationally recognized certifications and qualifications from leading organizations.

• Health & Well-being: Access premium benefits such as physiotherapy consultations, Multisport card and medical center membership. Take advantage of our Well-being and Work-Life Coaching program.

• Supportive Culture: Participate in teambuilding activities and social events and join our employee referral program. Experience a culture with regular feedback and a supportive environment.

• Global Opportunities: Seize the opportunity for international assignments and work on diverse projects with international clients. Explore the world while working with the possibility of working from abroad.

• Extra perks: Use various discounts at partner companies such as cars, health care, beauty, culture or others. Transfer up to 4 telephone numbers at discounted rates.

Information about the selection process:
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