Head of Accounting

Location Berlin
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Paula Rabiega

Contact email: p.rabiega@mintselection.com
Job ref: 35170
Published: about 1 hour ago

Head of Accounting - Energy Transition - Berlin-based

Are you an experienced accounting leader with a passion for managing high-performance teams and ensuring accounting excellence? I am looking for a Head of Accounting to join my client's dynamic finance team. This is your opportunity to shape the accounting operations, drive quality, and contribute to strategic financial decision-making at a high level.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead & Inspire: Manage and lead the Group Accounting team, ensuring accuracy and high standards across all accounting functions.

  • Financial Accuracy: Oversee bookkeeping processes, including asset management, IFRS-16 calculations, and local GAAP transformations.

  • Audit & Compliance: Act as the primary contact for all audit-related topics, supporting Heads of Finance in monthly and annual book closures.

  • Credit & Invoicing: Manage weekly overdue reports, customer invoicing, and coordinate with sales teams for credit and invoice management.

  • Treasury & Banking: Oversee payment processes and support payroll management alongside the HR and Business Administration team.

  • Taxes & Customs: Provide expertise and support for tax returns and compliance.

 

What The Client Is Looking For:

An ideal candidate has a proven track record in group accounting, is well-versed in IFRS and German GAAP (HGB) standards, and thrives in a collaborative environment. Your ability to lead, maintain quality, and communicate across departments will make you a key contributor to the finance leadership.

 

Why Join?

This role offers an excellent platform to influence and enhance accounting practices in a growing organization. Be part of a team that values innovation, precision, and proactive problem-solving.

 

If you would be interested in discussing this opportunity further, please apply here for an initial conversation!

 

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Head of Accounting - Energy Transition - Berlin-based