Job Description Your role and goals We're seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead our Accounting team in Berlin. As a key member of our finance department, you will bring your expertise and leadership to ensure the seamless operation of our accounting functions. With at least 5 years of senior finance experience and a track record of managing complex tasks in a dynamic environment, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial accuracy and integrity. Your strong sense of ownership, organizational prowess, and analytical acumen will be critical in achieving our financial goals. If you are passionate about metrics, and figures, and possess a keen eye for detail while keeping the bigger picture in mind, this role is an excellent fit for you. Join us in maintaining the financial health and compliance of our organization. In your first 3 months you will: Familiarize yourself with Productsup's products, business operations, and the company's legal entities Understand the key business drivers and financial KPIs of our organization Acquaint yourself with the organization, and your team's processes, and establish relationships with key stakeholders both within and outside the company Demonstrate the ability to successfully lead and develop the team performance through employee leadership, coaching, and further development of team members In your first 6 months and beyond you will: Play a pivotal role in shaping steering processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives Take ownership of financial closings, working closely with your team to manage the entire spectrum of financial reporting Oversee financial operations encompassing accounting and reporting Identify at least one area of improvement in the closing process or data workflows and propose an action plan Focus on the development and growth of your team, nurturing their professional advancement What you bring to the team A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5 years experience in accounting, ideally within a tech, SaaS, or international environment Solid knowledge of accounting standards under HGB (IFRS is a plus), German VAT and reporting processes Analytical thinking skills, high accuracy, and a structured, solution-oriented approach Proven leadership or team supervision experience (formal or informal) Ability to combine hands-on accounting with managing and developing a team Strategic thinking with a focus on process optimization Advanced proficiency in computer software and financial reporting tools Hands-on experience with DATEV is a bonus Strong communication skills and fluent in both English and German What we offer you A permanent position with an attractive salary at our growing company The option to work flexible, because we know outstanding talent knows best how and where to work Ongoing internal and external training, plus a yearly learning budget to help you continuously grow professionally and further your career with Productsup Opportunities for engaging in our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, plus one paid Impact Day per year dedicated to voluntary work Employee referral bonuses: we know that talent attracts talent, and we encourage you to refer people you know to join our team The opportunity to take ownership and responsibility, impacting the company’s growth in an international environment with 40 nationalities Discounted Urban Sports membership Employee Assistance Program Productsup values diversity. We celebrate our differences and strive to learn from each other with the firm conviction that diversity drives innovation. Our commitment to equal opportunities begins at the hiring process and extends to our whole working culture. We pledge to social and environmental initiatives that support a sustainable environment. Everyone has a unique contribution to make and all are welcome.