• Supervise a team of six accountants.
• Independently perform general accounting activities that require insight and depth of understanding.
• Apply accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
• Document SOX controls for assigned processes.
• Handle most standard accounting issues independently.
• Coordinate with local auditors during audits of assigned processes.
• Execute month-end accounting activities for designated legal entities following local GAAP and US GAAP.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure completion of accounting tasks within established deadlines.
• Provide guidance and support to other accountants.
• Prepare VAT returns (monthly/quarterly) and other tax filings for both domestic and foreign jurisdictions.
• Assist in preparing tax reconciliations from local tax reporting to US GAAP.
• Prepare annual financial statements in compliance with local regulations.
• Review and recommend improvements to existing accounting procedures.

Skills: Team Supervision, General Accounting, Financial Transaction Recording, SOX Controls Documentation, Audit Coordination, Month-End Closing, Tax Compliance, Process Improvement

• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Manage relationships with external providers, including lawyers, banks, and auditors
• Manage tax audits and tax returns
• Support the month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Liaise with the Controlling department to ensure the quality of accounts
• Liaise with the People department concerning payroll topics

Skills: Payables & Receivables, Financial Reporting, Error Detection, Systems Review, Provider Management, Tax Compliance, Period Close, Internal Controls

• Scale finance operations in all entities (DE, PL, SE)
• Introduce and streamline finance and accounting processes
• Work with international payroll providers (DE, PL, SE)
• Work with external tax advisors, banks, and public offices
• Lead and grow the finance team
• Responsible for Payroll preparation and processing
• Take responsibility for processing payments
• Work with various teams across the business (HR, Legal, Operations) to work towards compliant and streamlined processes
• Research the new and relevant regulations and legislation relevant to the business operations

Skills: Finance Operations, Process Improvement, Payroll Management, Advisor Coordination, Team Leadership, Payment Processing, Team Collaboration, Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee recurring month-end and year-end closing procedures following IFRS and local GAAP for all entities, with plans to expand coverage to additional countries.
• Build, develop, and manage a team to support future scaling and growth.
• Drive accounting excellence by implementing and enhancing the Internal Control System to support high-growth objectives.
• Prepare entity-level and consolidated profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Analyze existing finance processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead the implementation of new processes and tools.
• Manage tax obligations and compliance in coordination with external tax advisers, including VAT, withholding tax, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee external audit engagements and collaborate closely with auditors.
• Provide actionable insights and analyses to enhance management’s understanding of business performance.
• Take responsibility for short-term liquidity planning for the group.

Skills: Closing Procedures, Team Management, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Tax Compliance, Audit Coordination, Liquidity Planning

• Consolidate all branch accountancies in multiple regions.
• General ledger, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets matters, ensuring accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and payment.
• Coordinate, oversee, and optimize the accounting closing and reporting processes from an end-to-end perspective.
• Collaborate in the Corporate Policies definition, identify improvement opportunities to drive changes in these areas, and lead their implementation.
• Accountable for the team management of accountants.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including identification and recording of significant transactions, adherence to deadlines, and resolution of critical issues.
• Responsible for the bad debt follow-up and action protocols.
• Responsible for the local tax preparation with external consultants and filings to local authorities.
• Handle annual audit with external consultants.

Skills: Accountancy Consolidation, General Ledger, Closing Optimization, Policy Improvement, Team Management, Close Oversight, Bad Debt Management, Tax Preparation

• Manage staff members in functional and personal aspects, and oversee all Accounting tasks and the back-up Accounting team
• Prepare and post monthly payroll data provided by HR in FA, including reconciliation of HR data with Abacus
• Calculate and prepare accurate tax return data for external tax advisors for calculating tax accrual and preparing tax returns
• Responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the accounting of allocated tasks by performing any combination of calculating, posting, and verifying transactions to ensure that all financial data reflects a true and fair picture following IFRS
• Analyze, monitor, and report financial performance on above mentioned desks.
• Perform postings for assigned desks for material invoices, cost invoices, and accruals.
• Control and manage the quarterly and year-end financial closing and the reporting thereof for the responsible desks, as well as assist with further closing tasks
• Be the point of contact to Management, CFO at HQ, Treasury, Accounting team overseas
• Act as the main point of contact for auditors, including replying to and commenting on all accounting-related questions

Skills: Staff Management, Payroll Processing, Tax Preparation, Accurate Accounting, Financial Analysis, Invoice Posting, Closing Control, Stakeholder Communication

• Lead a small in-house finance department with a broad scope
• Liaise with the parent company for any queries
• Collaborate closely with the CEO on reporting and funding, and with the HR Director on payroll and financial-legal matters
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations
• Close monthly and annual accounts
• File monthly VAT tax returns
• Control supplier invoices and manage the invoicing process
• Take responsibility for managing expenses
• Prepare and submit the annual income declaration to the relevant tax authorities
• Prepare and complete the Annual Report

Skills: Finance Leadership, Parent Liaison, Executive Collaboration, Regulatory Compliance, Account Closing, VAT Filing, Invoice Management, Expense Control

• Manage the yearly audit process, including collaboration with external auditors
• Report monthly profit & loss and balance sheet statements
• Report monthly to the parent company (trial balance, management accounts)
• Maintain the CFO dashboard in Power BI (lower priority)
• Regularly forecast short- and mid-term liquidity
• Maintain the company’s overall business case
• Implement simple internal budgeting by department and project
• Own accounting and reporting tools, including MS Dynamics NAV, Capego, Continia, and Skovik
• Coordinate with HR and outsourced payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate salary payments
• File and update applications related to tax and social security regulations
• Support the CEO in finance-related legal matters

Skills: Audit Management, Financial Reporting, Parent Reporting, Dashboard Maintenance, Liquidity Forecasting, Budget Implementation, Tool Ownership, Payroll Coordination

• Report to the Head of Finance and manage the full financial reporting function
• Ensure high accuracy of accounting records
• Manage the company’s financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems
• Manage Finance Department staff and direct reports
• Serve as the key point of contact for all internal finance/accounting queries and maintain strong working relationships with Brands (HQ & Local)
• Ensure the finance team provides excellent service to the business
• Complete and submit Income Tax returns, Provisional Tax, and VAT returns
• Assist Head of Finance with tax authority-related queries, reviews, and audits on tax, customs, and transfer pricing
• Review and sign off on all payments
• Ensure the timely payment of all suppliers
• Ensure the timely collection of debtors

Skills: Financial Reporting, Accounting Accuracy, System Management, Staff Management, Internal Liaison, Tax Compliance, Payment Oversight, Debt Collection

• Manage the year-end audit process and prepare AFS
• Reconcile the sales/stock management system to SAP monthly
• Review and manage internal controls around staff credit cards and expense claims
• Review and approve all accounting journals and reconciliations
• Supervise and manage the stock count process
• Ensure all controls are followed monthly for key control areas and comply with the group's internal audit standards
• Produce accurate financial reports by specified deadlines
• Assist with budgets and provide input on business decisions
• Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation, such as IFRS 16
• Develop and maintain external relationships with auditors, bankers, business support partners, and SARS
• Approve new suppliers and customers

Skills: Audit Management, AFS Preparation, System Reconciliation, Internal Controls, Journal Approval, Stock Supervision, Financial Reporting, Stakeholder Relations

• Assist in the preparation and review of quarterly and annual filings with the SEC (10-K,10-Q, 8-K, and others), including drafting of financial statement schedules (cash flows, equity rollforward, EPS calculation, footnotes, among others), and completing SEC and GAAP checklists
• Responsible for the technical accounting analysis on loan securitization and other structured finance transactions by identifying and addressing accounting issues through the preparation of technical accounting memos (specific areas of focus include consolidation (ASC 810), transfers and servicing (ASC 860), beneficial interests (AS325-40), and hedge accounting (ASC 815))
• Responsible for the technical accounting analysis of loans receivable, implementation of CECL, and ASC 606
• Oversee research and document accounting implications of significant and/or non-routine transactions, including identification, assessment, and documentation activities on topics including fair value concepts, consolidation, financial instruments equity
• Assist in operationalizing new/complex transactions and function as a liaison for Controllership with the Capital Markets Group and Legal Department on new initiatives, including considering impacts on operational accounting
• Collaborate with the Legal Department to review contracts related to business partnerships and entity structuring to identify any accounting implications
• Manage the assessment of accounting implications of new accounting pronouncements and establish a process for frequent and appropriate communication to the Corporate Controller and other stakeholders
• Establish timelines for financial statement preparation and work collaboratively with various business partners to ensure such timelines are met

Skills: SEC Filings, Technical Accounting, Transaction Analysis, Accounting Research, Operational Accounting, Contract Review, Pronouncement Assessment, Timeline Management

• Responsible production of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under IFRS and OR.
• Take overall responsibility for the general accounting of the operating entities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls
• Serve as the main point of contact for the external audit
• Maintain the accounting systems and support further development of accounting processes in SAP
• Participate in ad hoc projects
• Maintain the custody and organization of the company’s central filing system
• Select and manage outsourced vendors to support accounting operations

Skills: Financial Statement Production, General Accounting, Internal Controls, Audit Liaison, System Maintenance, Process Improvement, Project Participation, Vendor Management

• Oversee all accounting activities, such as reconciliation, balance sheets, payment transactions, and month-end closing. 
• Ensure the accounting function complies with group policies, as well as local and international regulations.
• Cooperate with the revenue department and handle all tax payments of the company.
• Ensure smooth closing across the entities within the deadline and prepare key financial reporting
• Provide leadership and be a key focal point of contact with both internal and external parties within the accounting and finance arm's length
• Provide technical accounting GAAP guidance and support to all company entities
• Supervise the completion of tax compliance reporting requirements and submission required by the revenue department
• Drive the country's accounting and reporting agenda and secure the efficient use of local resources
• Partner with department heads to support business needs

Skills: Accounting Oversight, Compliance Assurance, Tax Management, Financial Reporting, Stakeholder Leadership, GAAP Guidance, Tax Compliance, Business Partnership

• Lead and grow the accounting team to support the company’s growth and strategic goals
• Manage and supervise all accounting and tax processes, including general and sub-ledgers, cash flow management, and financial reporting
• Prepare monthly management accounts and investor reports, acting as a trusted business partner to senior management
• Lead special finance projects related to international expansion and the implementation of new accounting and tax software
• Streamline accounting processes to enhance efficiency, speed, and accuracy, and establish effective working capital management
• Lead and coordinate the annual financial statement preparation and audit process, serving as the primary contact for auditors, tax consultants, and tax authorities
• Collaborate cross-functionally to complete the Company Annual and Interim reports, as well as statutory accounts for subsidiary entities
• Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors
• Provide support to finance colleagues across the business on complex and non-routine accounting matters
• Ensure full preparedness and compliance with new accounting standards across the Company

Skills: Team Leadership, Process Supervision, Management Reporting, Project Management, Process Optimization, Audit Coordination, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Standards Compliance

• Lead the accounting and consolidation processes for the Group
• Responsible for the consolidation and drafting of the consolidated financial statement following IFRS
• Responsible, thereafter, for compliance and up-to-date groupwide IFRS policies (including impacts of newly published IFRS on the financial statement and their implementation) and organizing IFRS training
• Implement the group-wide performance culture, improve analytical capabilities within the group, and production of finance-based KPIs and accounting guidelines
• Closely work and steer the local teams in detailing and implementing efficient and standardized processes and structures on a local and international level
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax and local authorities, banks, and investor stakeholders
• Process transactions (invoices/debit/credit notes), manage credit control and budgets, and preparation of monthly accounting reports for the Group
• Support the Executive Committee with the sales development activity and prepare a quarterly forecast
• Handle and process claims, assisting the Head of Claims.
• Implement a new IT trading Platform and liaise with internal and external service providers

Skills: Group Consolidation, IFRS Compliance, Policy Management, Performance Culture, Process Standardization, Stakeholder Liaison, Transaction Processing, Sales Forecasting

• Have a CPA or CPD certification
• Experience gained in a combination of Big 4 public accounting and/or a retail company
• Experience in ERP-SAP with the related module of Finance and Accounting perspective
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, relevant laws and regulations, and applicable financial reporting standards.
• Experience with the implementation of accounting policies and procedures
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions
• Demonstrated ability to form, lead, and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Well-organized and capable of managing multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Conflict resolution and team motivation

Qualifications: BS in Auditing with 9 years of Experience

• ACA-qualified (or relevant qualification) with foundational experience at a well-established accountancy firm.
• Experience within a fast-growing technology company
• Experience in accounting for multiple jurisdictions and subsidiaries within a company Group.
• Knowledge of the challenges of a high-growth business
• Proficiency with Xero, Netsuite, and Microsoft Office
• A solid understanding of the R&D claims process and the ability to lead multi-million-dollar claims of this nature.
• Tax exposure with the full suite of employee equity plans, including various types of options and share awards.
• Understanding of tax considerations around IP (e.g., Patent Box).
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy, ensuring financial data is summarised logically and targeted to the relevant audience
• A positive and collaborative approach

Qualifications: BS in Financial Engineering with 6 years of Experience

• Accounting and finance experience, including experience working in the software industry (preferably SAAS experience).
• Hold a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• In-depth experience in preparing financial statements, analyzing data
• Experience working with foreign subsidiaries as it relates to operating and setting up accounting processes.
• Must be an effective leader who evokes trust and loyalty from the team and provides "hands-on" guidance.
• Technical accounting experience, including ASC 606 and 842, in a recurring subscription-based model
• Pre-IPO experience scaling a company, along with experience in fintech and/or blockchain-related companies.
• Experience with M&A transaction work and financing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working with multiple ERP systems.
• Previous NetSuite experience
• Critical and strategic thinking skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines

Qualifications: BS in Accounting with 12 years of Experience

• Proven financial and accounting experience
• IFRS expertise and GAAP
• SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) experience
• Experience working in group consolidation
• Experience working in year-end financial audits
• Strong organization and project management skills
• Knowledge of a strong internal control environment
• Experience in an international business environment or within an international group
• Proficiency in Business English.
• Solid experience in people management

Qualifications: BS in Management Information Systems with 5 years of Experience

• Professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA
• Must have a technical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Previous experience in reporting in a complex multi-currency IFRS-based company
• Comprehensive knowledge of local GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements
• Experience in managing a large team over multiple locations
• Proactive mindset, keen to identify process improvements and help colleagues to implement them to ensure successful implementation
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both to listen to colleagues to identify key risks, requirements, and bottlenecks, and to communicate with internal stakeholders
• Fluent in German and English
• Responsible and dedicated
• Structured mindset with a clear vision of administrative processes

Qualifications: BS in Economics with 10 years of Experience

• Experience in accounting, controlling, and reporting in local and international GAAP, such as IFRS
• Experience as a leader of the accounting and controlling functions of a multinational, preferably a listed company or a Big 4 firm
• Experience supporting CFOs on M&A deals, public listings, or trade sales from the financial accounting side, and ensuring the readiness for such transactions
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, and have worked for high-growth companies in the past
• Be very keen on accuracy and quality, and always have a high attention to detail
• A can-do mentality and are naturally problem-solvers
• A hands-on mentality and excellent communication, and written skills
• Be fluent in German and English
• Care about the world and want to spend time making a difference

Qualifications: BA in International Business with 11 years of Experience

• Experience with financial controlling and/or auditing
• Experience leading a team
• Solid knowledge of accounting and reporting according to Local GAAP and preferably US GAAP
• Experience with VAT and corporate tax systems in local jurisdictions.
• Experience from working in a multinational setting
• Strong analytical and technical acumen
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft AX and AARO (preferably WorkDay Financial)
• Excellent communication, collaborative, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to be self-motivated and thrive in an environment with minimal supervision to maintain both personal and team effectiveness
• Ability to manage and balance multiple deliverables to strict reporting deadlines
• Strong focus on quality and continual improvement

Qualifications: BS in Finance with 9 years of Experience

• Equivalent accounting experience
• Professional experience in an auditing or tax consulting company
• Experience in a similar management position with working experience in a start-up
• In-depth knowledge of national (HGB) and ideally international accounting (IFRS)
• First-hand experience working with DATEV and Lucanet
• Must have strong Excel skills
• Able to multitask and manage multiple projects at one time
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Must have a hands-on mentality
• Excellent working skills in German and English
• Strong leadership and communication skills with experience in building and managing teams

Qualifications: BS in Banking and Finance with 7 years of Experience

• Extensive experience in accounting and finance functions within the financial services industry.
• Strong foundation in accounting principles, with proven expertise in US GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience in large-scale ERP accounting software migration projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage team members and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Hold a CPA or Chartered Accountant designation.
• Experience delivering external audit engagements and hands-on experience using NetSuite.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail and solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid work ethic and a high degree of professional standards

Qualifications: BS in Statistics with 8 years of Experience

• Chartered Accountant or equivalent
• Work experience in the field of mainstream Accounting/Finance and leading teams
• Expert knowledge in accounting under IFRS and Ind AS/GAAP (e.g., Revenue recognition, Forex accounting, Leases, etc.)
• Highly diligent and passionate concerning numbers, and have an eye for detail
• Analytical and anticipative thinking, accurate and solution-oriented working.
• Capability to contemplate issues from a single entity point of view in detail, as well as from an aggregated group perspective.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and negotiation skills in an intercultural work environment with excellent communication skills
• Affinity towards embracing and facilitating change.
• Ability to create strong and valued partnerships based on high levels of integrity, trust, and respected professional judgement.
• Expertise in financial management, cost, and risk control at all levels of the functional team
• Experience in collaborating with external service providers (SSC/BPO), e.g., validation and control

Qualifications: BS in Taxation with 13 years of Experience

• Extensive experience in similar positions in multinational groups.
• Proven track record in developing and managing group accounting processes and functions in a listed company.
• Strong IFRS/US GAAP knowledge, able to make recommendations and interpretations for applying IFRS/US GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced environment, figuring out solutions without anyone telling you exactly what to do.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Excellent MS Excel skills
• Prior knowledge about NetSuite accounting software
• Strong ability to implement and monitor internal controls
• Previous managerial experience

Qualifications: BS in Actuarial Science with 10 years of Experience

• Experience working in a Big 4 Audit Firm or a similar position within a multinational Group
• Strong experience in group financial reporting and consolidation
• Great technical accounting skills, knowledge, and application of IFRS
• Native or proficient English (C1/C2)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Hold a Chartered Accountant certification
• Strong analytical and technical skills with great attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent leadership skills with organizational abilities
• Delivery skills, problem solver
• Capacity to adapt to a fast-changing environment

Qualifications: BS in Business Analytics with 5 years of Experience

• Previous supervisory experience
• Prior work experience in Big 4 firms
• Strong working experience with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
• Strong technical accounting expertise, consolidation, and understanding of IFRS
• Proficiency in accounting software, corporate accounting, and all pertinent GAAP rules and regulations
• Prior working experience in audit processes
• Knowledge of the institute's financial policy, procedure, and/or operational corrections and modifications.
• Ability to develop and implement effective fiscal/accounting policies and financial controls
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Self-driven and results-oriented mindset

Qualifications: BS in Mathematics with 6 years of Experience

• Strong working experience, e.g., at a Big 4 audit firm, a large corporation, or in a similar position at a fast-growing scale-up
• Tech/SaaS working experience
• Solid leadership skills and a team player mentality
• A hands-on and getting-things-done attitude
• Highly analytical mindset with the ability to get to the heart of complex issues
• Profound knowledge of HGB and IFRS, as well as local tax laws
• Experience in group reporting and consolidation
• Working knowledge of international tax laws
• Proficiency in using accounting software and ERP systems
• Experience in selecting and implementing an ERP system
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English language

Qualifications: BA in Business Administration with 9 years of Experience

• Experience in a senior role with proven ability to lead, self-motivated, and engage a diverse and large workforce, and below abilities 
• Experience from a similar position with a strong ability in business partner engagement
• Offshoring experience and experience in a similar industry
• Strong project management skills and experience in leading multi-geography migrations with involvement from the strategic stage itself. 
• Experience in preparing project plans and executing the same within timelines by ensuring timely recruitment, risk identification, knowledge transfer, setting up objective measurement systems, and performance against the same.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and lead transformational initiatives with measurable financial impact, including improvements to the balance sheet.
• Must have a technical solution mindset
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Strong cross-department collaboration and stakeholder management abilities
• Solid negotiation and presentation skills

Qualifications: BS in Accounting with 14 years of Experience