German Accountant

As a German Accountant you will be part of a team, working to deliver the necessary accounting and reporting requirements expected within a large complex organisation. The role will be involved in General Ledger controlling and reporting, compliance, tax, statutory and multiple general accounting and reporting activities, along with a range of other financial reconciliation and control tasks as required.

Client Details

My Harlow based client is a top leader in the Telecommunications industry. They specialise in the distribution of their IT products and are a globally known company. Working with my client will allow you to truly progress in your accounting career, liaising with senior management and furthering your accounting skills. You will be surrounded by finance professionals who will provide you with the exposure and knowledge to help further your career.

Description

Working as a German Accountant you will be given a number of key tasks and responsibilities which include:

• Providing accurate accounting information on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis for the German Region.
• Responsible to ensure correct monthly reporting - via our internal reporting tool.
• Responsible for the processing of all fiscal payments (payroll / pension/ tax/VAT/corp tax etc.) and ensuring it is done on time.
• Responsible for the maintenance and reconciliation of staff benefits and social charges and tax accounts
• Maintain and monitor the control systems and procedures for the of prepayments.
• Responsible for ensuring the preparation, reporting and submission of the German VAT returns.
• Support the Accounting Manager with all audits as required (internal and external) - including helping to manage the relationship with our external auditors.
• Support the Accounting Team by maintaining up to date documentations; facilitate best use of SAP
• Support the local business with accrual & journal posting.
• Responsible for ensuring good monthly BS reconciliations are completed
• Support the Financial Accounting Manager with the annual statutory accounting & income/corporate computations and yearly tax return. Including ensuring that the statutory accounts are filed correctly and on time.
• Maintenance of financial regulations, procedures and reporting manual.
• Responsible for creating and providing cash flow statement and cash forecast to treasury

Profile

To be a successful German Accountant a number of key skills are needed such as:

• German speaking is the key attribute needed for this role
• Good knowledge of accounting, as well as being part qualified in either ACCA/CIMA/ Geprüfter Bilanzbuchhalter.
• Previously been in a German speaking role or have studied the German language.
• Dedications and commitments to achieve results and deadlines.
• Highly numerate and methodical.
• Good communication skills.
• Deliver and maintain suitable and efficient solutions
• Advanced excel skills.
• Time management and prioritisation skills.

Job Offer

Extremely competitive salary, senior management exposure, experience of European accounts, excellent career progression.