Financial Accountant - German Speaking

Financial Accountant - German Speaking

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + Benefits

Location: Remote (UK-based) with quarterly meetings in London

Join a dynamic and growing EMEA finance team as a German-speaking Financial Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting under German GAAP and US GAAP, ensure compliance with SOX controls, and collaborate with stakeholders across Europe and the US.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts under German GAAP and US GAAP.
• Post and upload journals, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, and expenses.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (fixed assets, VAT, intercompany, FX gains/losses).
• Review Accounts Receivable and Payable, ensuring provisions and accruals are accurate.
• Oversee bank reconciliations prepared by the Shared Service Centre.
• Manage employee expense system (CONCUR) and related accounting entries.
• Liaise with the US team to meet SEC reporting deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control activities, working closely with auditors.
• Produce and submit VAT returns on time.
• Support annual financial statements, audits, budgets, forecasts, and KPIs.
• Drive process improvements and harmonisation across EMEA entities.
• Handle hire purchase agreements, loans, supplier contracts, and car leases.

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Fluent in English and German (essential).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define and implement standardised processes.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced MS Office skills.