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Who We Are
Verve has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data, media, and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishers–no matter the screen or location, no matter who, what, or where a customer is. With 30 offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers, Verve’s solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States’ top 100 advertisers, 4,000 publishers globally, and the world’s top demand-side platforms. Learn more at www.verve.com
Job Description
Who You Are
As the Head of Group Accounting, you will oversee financial reporting and consolidation processes for our international group of companies. You will lead the group accounting function, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other standards while driving process optimization and automation. Collaborating with senior stakeholders, you will enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
This is a hybrid position with three days per week in our Berlin office.
What You Will Do
1. Lead and manage the Group Accounting team, ensuring timely preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS
2. Oversee accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local GAAP (HGB, US GAAP as relevant)
3. Act as the key contact for external auditors, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders on group accounting matters
4. Enhance consolidation processes and ensure data accuracy across subsidiaries
5. Drive automation, standardization, and digitalization initiatives within the accounting and reporting function
6. Monitor and implement changes in IFRS regulations, ensuring timely adoption
7. Support strategic financial planning, including risk assessment, M&A activities, and capital market reporting
8. Collaborate with Treasury and FP&A teams to optimize cash management and intercompany transactions
9. Lead and mentor the group accounting team (3 direct reports), fostering continuous learning and operational excellence
Job Requirements
What You Will Bring
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, with a professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred
* Minimum of 5 years in finance, with 2-3 years in leadership
* In-house/corporate experience essential; Big 4 audit experience beneficial
* Experience leading and developing teams, stakeholder management skills
* Expert knowledge of IFRS (HGB knowledge is a plus)
* Proficiency in financial software (e.g., LucaNet) and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) is a plus
* Proven record of operational efficiency improvements
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Strong Excel skills and analytical mindset
* Fluent in English; German is a plus
* Proactive problem-solving and process improvement mentality
What We Offer
* Part of a multicultural team advancing advertising
* Empowering environment with entrepreneurial actions
* Responsibility, independence, and impactful projects
* 3 wellness days per year and Employee Assistance Program
* Yearly training budget and language classes
* Work and Travel Program (monthly raffle after 2 years)
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Employee Shares Purchase Plan
* 27 holidays per year plus public/bank holidays
* Personalized Benefits Platform with EUR 100/month budget for benefits (e.g., internet, mobility, daycare, sports, vouchers)
* Food and beverage benefits, team events, employee discounts
* Corporate Pension Scheme
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting, Auditing, and Finance
* Industry: Advertising Services
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