FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST (M/F/D)
Location Lippstadt, Germany
FORVIA HELLA is a listed, international automotive supplier. Coming together with Faurecia in the FORVIA Group, we build the world's seventh largest supplier of automotive technologies. As a global market leader in high-growth areas, FORVIA employs 157,000 people worldwide. FORVIA HELLA therein stands for high-performance lighting technology and automotive electronics. At the same time, we cover a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles with our Business Group Lifecycle Solutions. With around 37,500 employees at over 125 locations, the Company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of € 8.1 billion on a preliminary basis in the fiscal year 2023.
YOUR TASKS
At our headquarters in Lippstadt, you will be part of the Financial Accounting team and responsible for preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS, German GAAP (HGB), and tax regulations.
1. Performing analyses, evaluations, and account reconciliations, and ensuring the accurate representation of business transactions
2. Collaborating with the team on global strategic accounting projects, such as automation, digitalization, and harmonization of business processes within accounting
3. Continuously improving accounting processes to ensure reporting quality and supporting their global rollout
4. Acting as the central point of contact for internal and external audits
5. Supporting the compliance governance structure in Germany
6. Driving harmonization, digitalization, and standardization initiatives within Financial Accounting
7. Maintaining regular communication and close collaboration with colleagues in Financial Accounting at our international European locations
8. Managing accounting-related projects, with a particular focus on centralization topics
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
9. Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable field, ideally with a focus on Accounting
10. Several years of relevant professional experience in an industrial company or a major auditing firm
11. In-depth knowledge of accounting under German GAAP (HGB), tax law, and IFRS
12. Strong proficiency in SAP FI or a comparable ERP system
13. Analytical mindset, ability to work independently, team player, and highly committed
14. Excellent communication skills, resilience, and assertiveness
15. Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
WHAT WE OFFER
16. Mobile Working and flexible working time models
17. Extensive career and further training opportunities
18. Sports and health program HELLA in Motion as well as partner of the company fitness network WELLPASS
19. Discounted Germany ticket for bus and train
20. Free coffee and water, company restaurants and cafés
21. Bicycle leasing and numerous employee benefits
22. Company pension plan with HELLA allowance
23. Family support: family service and advice on caring for relatives
24. Employee events
Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.
Hella stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.