Accounting Principal - Remote

Overview

We are looking for an Accounting Principal (all genders) for our Finance team in the heart of buzzing Berlin!

In Short

• Assess and interpret complex accounting issues and new IFRS standards, providing clear guidance and recommendations to management.
• Draft comprehensive technical accounting memos to document positions on IFRS topics and significant transactions.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements and reports for month-end and year-end closes.
• Responsible for the preparation and quality of year-end notes disclosures in accordance with IFRS requirements.
• Act as the main liaison with external auditors, coordinating audit requests and ensuring timely resolution of audit issues.
• Lead and participate in diverse accounting and finance projects, including the design and enhancement of internal controls and process improvements.
• Support the implementation of new accounting policies, procedures, and systems as required.
• Provide technical accounting support and training to finance and accounting staff.
• Stay up to date on IFRS developments and emerging accounting issues relevant to the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA/CA/ACCA preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong background in IFRS and technical accounting research.
• Experience preparing consolidated financial statements and managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Proven ability to write clear, concise technical accounting memos and documentation.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing year-end notes disclosures under IFRS.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working directly with external auditors.
• Demonstrated experience in leading or participating in internal controls and process improvement projects.
• Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Workday preferred.

Benefits

• Enjoy 30 vacation days and the chance to take a 3-month Sabbatical. Plus family and life situation counseling.
• Decide how, when and from where you want to work with our flexible working hours and remote friendly options as Jobbatical (up to 3 months inside the EU) or work from our fully equipped office with nap, faith and family rooms.
• Learn and grow with the internal learning opportunities, and use a yearly learning & development budget for external training. Learn languages with Babbel for free with your full access to Babbel.
• Take advantage of your mobility benefits options and a discounted Urban Sports Club membership.
• Be part of our employee communities (such as Femgineers, DE&I Ambassadors and LGBTQIA groups), attend cultural and regular social events.