Senior Accountant
Job description
We are recruiting on behalf of a confidential client, a growing business based in Berlin, for an experienced (Senior) Accountant to join their finance function.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting & Reporting
Preparation of year-end financial statements
Managing the audit process and acting as the key contact for auditors
Recording invoices and transactions in accounting software
Processing monthly credit card statements and travel expense reports
Taxation
Preparation of monthly/quarterly VAT returns
Preparation of CIT and trade tax (Gewerbesteuer) returns in cooperation with the external tax advisor
Payroll
Coordinating with the external payroll provider and managing document flow
Liaising between HR and the external payroll accountant
Reviewing payroll documents and wage tax accounts; coordinating with the internal payments team
YOUR PROFILE
Proven experience in a similar accounting role in Germany
Strong knowledge of HGB, VAT and payroll processes
Fluent German; English is a plus
Structured, detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams independently