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About the Role
Argus Search is a specialized HR and Finance recruitment consultancy connecting top talent with leading companies in Berlin. We are currently seeking a motivated individual for the role of Senior Lead Accountant (gn) on behalf of a client.
Responsibilities
- Establish an internal accounting function and transition from external service providers.
- Manage complex booking processes including provisions, accruals, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, and foreign currencies.
- Independently prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB.
- Perform demanding account reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate balance sheet and P&L data in close coordination with tax advisors and auditors.
- Analyze and clarify complex accounting and valuation issues.
- Prepare tax-relevant data (VAT returns, corporate/trade tax).
- Support tax audits and provide expert advice to internal stakeholders on accounting and tax matters.
- Independently develop concepts and standards and implement them within the company.
- Analyze, enhance, and continuously improve existing business processes.
- Provide structured reporting on key figures and process efficiency.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments.
- Coordinate interdepartmental teams and temporary project tasks as needed.
- Support management in developing the accounting strategy.
- Contribute to short- and long-term company goals.
Requirements
- Completed commercial apprenticeship or a degree in economics, business administration, or a comparable qualification with a focus on accounting/finance.
- Several years of professional experience (minimum 5-7 years) in accounting.
- Proficient user skills in standard MS Office applications, especially Excel.
- General IT affinity and willingness for digital development.
- Analytical and structured working style with a high affinity for numbers and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive, responsible, and reliable with meticulous work habits.
- Fluent German and very good English language skills.
Skills
- MS Office (Excel)
- SAP (advantageous)
- Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- HGB
- Taxation
- Process Improvement
- Intercompany Accounting
- Fixed Asset Accounting
- Foreign Currency Accounting
Location
- Berlin
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Commercial apprenticeship or degree in economics/business administration/comparable qualification with accounting/finance focus
Salary/Compensations
- Very attractive salary package
Benefits
- Permanent employment contract in a future-proof company and exciting environment.
- Professional and personal development opportunities.
- Scope for contributing own ideas.
- Modern workplace with optimal transport links.
About the Company
- Argus Search is a specialized recruitment consultancy in the HR and Finance sector.
- We connect top talent with leading companies in and around Berlin.