Accountant

Accountant

One position based in Dresden, Germany (Hybrid)

Reporting to the Managing Director, this opportunity is for a hands-on Accounting Professional who is proactive at improving the services of the accounting function, curious about finding answers through effective analysis, and motivated to make a positive contribution to a growing company in an industry poised for expansion.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with HGB and German Accounting Principles.
• Provide subject-matter mentoring and/or training for global team members if/as needed.
• Plan, implement and administer accounting systems; prepare financial information for individuals, departments, businesses, and other establishments.
• Oversee and facilitate preparation of ongoing business forecasting and budget processes.
• Analyze financial statements and accounts explain variances across periods and forecasts; deliver insightful reports to senior leadership to provide financial and business advice.
• Daily transactions to support – AR, AP, Bank and Treasury transactions.
• Verify accuracy of computations and uniform application of policies, internal controls, procedures, and acceptable accounting principles.
• Perform journal entries and other accounting activities using existing procedures; recommend and implement improvements to align with best practices.
• Complete month-end financial reports and year-end working papers.
• Complete filing monthly government returns and reconciling accounts.
• Complete the account reconciliation process.
• Payroll processing and execution with external payroll provider; payroll insurance and pension calculations and reporting.
• Annual financial audit – preparation, facilitation with external auditors, review and implementation of final reports.
• Facilitate annual insurance renewals.
• Complete other duties or special projects as required.

Skills and experience:

• University degree in accounting, business administration, or related field.
• Recognized accounting designation.
• 5-7 years of accounting experience in a progressive capacity, with all daily transaction types.
• Prepared and Analyzed Financial Statements – HGB and German accounting principles.
• Facilitate and complete the annual planning and forecasting process.
• Planning and administration of accounting systems, in alignment with global system.
• Payroll preparation and execution.
• Audit preparation and facilitation with external auditors.
• Financial system implementation and modernization of accounting processes.
• Completed financial reporting and periodic detailed financial variance analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting best practices and subject matter expert in HGB.
• Advanced computer and MS Excel skills including experience with PIVOTS, LOOKUPS, macros, conditional formatting, and manipulation of large data sets.
• Knowledge of accounting systems required; experience with MS Dynamics 365 and Management Reporter is an asset.
• Ethical conduct and professional values.
• Proficient written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.

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