Financial Accountant
Halle (Saale) - Hybrid Working
Up to €60,000 + Up to 10% Bonus + Employee Ownership Scheme + 30 Days Holiday + Flexible Working
Are you a financial accountant with a strong grasp of German accounting standards, ready to step into a high-impact role where you will directly shape the financial infrastructure of a booming green energy company?
On offer is the chance to join a global leader in the renewable energy sector. In this role, you will be integral to streamlining the company's internal functions and play a key part in driving its future success.
This dynamic organisation, part of a leading independent power producer across Europe, specialise in the technical management, construction and operations of utility-scale Solar Parks and BESS sites. They have seen great success and rapidly expanded their German team in recent years, are now looking to appoint an ambitious leader to take ownership of the service department and fuel future growth.
In this role, you will handle all day-to-day operations, deliver accurate financial statements, and collaborate with group subsidiaries to reconcile accounts. Working alongside international leadership, you will build scalable controlling workflows and translate local financial performance for global executive reporting.
The ideal candidate will have completed commercial training as a Financial or Balance Sheet Accountant, possess a strong foundation in German Commercial Code, and speak fluent German alongside proficient English.
This is an excellent opportunity to leave a lasting mark on a rapidly growing organisation, offering exciting opportunities for future progression and the chance to play your part towards net zero.
The Role:
1. Take ownership of bringing the accounting function entirely in-house
2. Responsible for accounts receivable/payable, bank, cash, asset accounting, payment packages, payroll assistance, and advance VAT returns.
3. Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
4. Collaborate with group subsidiaries to reconcile intra-group accounts and resolve discrepancies
5. Set up workflows and controlling structures to support business growth
The Person:
6. Certified Accountant / Bilanzbuchhalter or equivalent
7. Proficient using Excel and ERP systems
8. Fluent German and professional English proficiency