Financial Accountant - Remote

Overview

This role is for a Financial Accountant who will be the first finance hire in Germany for a fast-growing healthcare scale-up, responsible for building the finance function and operations in the German market.

In Short

• Own the books: Full bookkeeping under HGB, plus AP/AR and banking.
• Run payroll & taxes: Ensure accurate payroll, social-security, VAT and corporate-tax filings.
• Keep us compliant: Prepare statutory returns, manage audits, liaise with advisers and authorities.
• Report with impact: Deliver clear monthly insights to the German MD and UK finance team.
• Build for scale: Design lean processes and controls that grow with the business.

Requirements

• German accounting qualification (Steuerfachangestellte/r, Bilanzbuchhalter/in or similar).
• Hands-on experience across accounting, payroll and tax.
• Confidence working independently and owning end-to-end finance.
• Fluent German and strong English communication.
• Bonus: experience in a start-up or high-growth environment.

Benefits

• Autonomy: Set up and run Germany’s finance operation your way.
• Flexibility: Work remotely.
• Growth: As we scale, your role can grow too.
• Impact: Your numbers will shape strategic decisions in a market poised for rapid expansion.