Group Accountant - Berlin

Job Ref: DL12

Global Accounting Network
Global Accounting Network
Global Accounting Network
SECTOR: Mining, Energy & Oil & Gas
SALARY: £110000
LOCATION: Berlin - Hybrid
JOB TYPE: Permanent full time
JOB FUNCTION: Group accounting
REFERENCE: DL12

Main responsibilities:

  • Prepare annual, quarterly, and monthly financial statements for the group, including notes and management reports, ensuring quality and timeliness.
  • Review and validate reporting data for accuracy and completeness, making necessary consolidation entries.
  • Deliver high-quality reporting to shareholders and other stakeholders.
  • Oversee financial instrument and hedge accounting disclosures.
  • Manage reporting requests and requirements from internal teams and auditors.
  • Handle the accounting of M&A projects within the consolidated financial statements.
  • Develop and maintain corporate guidelines and ensure compliance with IFRS updates.
  • Provide training and updates on group accounting policies to subsidiaries and internal units.
  • Enhance and maintain financial consolidation software and reporting automation processes.
  • Conduct training sessions on specialized topics related to group accounting.

Global Accounting Network has partnered with a well-established Energy Business, as an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Group Accountant to join this company’s finance team. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects, including the preparation of financial statements, M&A accounting, and IFRS compliance. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring high-quality reporting and will have the opportunity to drive process improvements and automation within the financial consolidation framework. This position provides a platform for professional growth and the chance to collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Skills/experience required:

  • University degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or a related field.
  • Several years of experience in a Big 4 audit firm, specializing in areas such as energy businesses, international large-scale companies, or financial instruments and hedge accounting under IFRS 9.
  • Excellent knowledge of IFRS, including business segments, consolidation, and group accounting.
  • Strong understanding of business processes and controls, with the ability to analyze and optimize processes.
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as SAP/ERP (S/4 HANA) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Highly motivated, independent, and proactive individual with strong analytical skills and a team-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience working with diverse stakeholders.
  • Fluency in both German and English is essential.

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