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German speaking Assistant Accountant

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an experienced accountant to join our international team in London - Westminster, offering a hybrid work environment.
  • The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and finance, with a salary of £45,000 to £55,000 per year.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining accounts, managing inter-company transactions, and executing payment cycles.
  • The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, fluent in both German and English, and proficient in Excel.
  • Interested applicants should submit their CV in English and in Word format to Tom.

Are you an experienced accountant looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, multicultural environment? We are seeking a skilled Accountant to join international team based in London - Westminster (hybrid work). This is an exciting opportunity to work with a passionate group of professionals in the conference and event industry, reporting to team in Germany.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and reconcile accounts.
  • Manage inter-company transactions and handle foreign currency exchanges.
  • Execute regular payment cycles, including international transfers.
  • Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
  • Independently handle accruals, monthly provisions, and prepayments.
  • Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and assist with month-end and annual financial reporting.
  • Support the creation and distribution of internal financial reports.
  • Assist with various analyses and special projects as needed.

About you:

You are detail-oriented and organised with a strong background in accounting and finance. You excel at managing tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, international environment. Your communication skills help you interact well with colleagues and stakeholders. Fluent in German and English, you handle cross-border financial activities smoothly.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years experience in accounting and finance.
  • Strong understanding of general and subsidiary ledgers.
  • Knowledge of German VAT regulations and reverse charge mechanisms.
  • Experience with inter-company transactions and recharges.
  • Proficiency in Excel and a willingness to learn new software.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Tom. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.