Financial Accountant (German Speaking) - Retail
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £60,000.0 i £65,000.0 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £60,000 - £65,000 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | City of London, London, EC2V 6DB |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4399668_1758098994 |
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Your new company
An internationally renowned, listed beauty brand is seeking a German-speaking Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. With a strong global presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a business that's shaping the future of the beauty industry. **must be able to join within 4 weeks' notice**Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll be responsible for financial reporting and compliance across the German entity. You'll play a key role in month-end and year-end close processes, liaise with auditors, and ensure alignment with both IFRS and US GAAP. This is a mostly remote role, with occasional travel to the London office.
Your new role
Key duties include:
- Oversee day-to-day financial accounting transactions
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
- Prepare and submit monthly financial statements in compliance with IFRS and US GAAP
- Oversee the preparation of the annual statutory accounts and manage the group and local year-end audit processes
- VAT returns, Corporation Tax, and other local filings
- Maintain and monitor internal controls and SOX compliance
- Liaise with external auditors and tax teams
- Process improvements & ad hoc projects
What you'll need to succeed
- Fluency in German and English
- Strong experience in financial accounting
- Solid understanding of IFRS (US GAAP or German GAAP advantageous)
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
- Availability to start within 4 weeks
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary of £65,000
- Flexible working with remote-first setup (need to be able to travel into London office occasionally)
- Opportunity to work with a listed global brand
- Exposure to international finance operations
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date CV or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays for more information.
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