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Position: Management Accountant
Location: Hybrid, with offices based in Nettetal, Germany
Salary: €60-72000 plus bonus
Management Accountant
Are you a skilled Management Accountant ready to take your career to the next level? We're looking for a talented individual with indepth experience of German GAAP and taxation to join our client's team at their cutting-edge logistics and supply chain facility in the lower Rhine region in Germany.
The Role:
As the Management Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of the operation, reporting directly to the General Manager and Commercial Finance Manager.
You will oversee financial management and reporting activities at the facility. This includes preparing and analysing financial reports, such as daily flash reports, month-end reports, and KPI reports. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial forecasts to support resource planning and operational decision-making.
Collaboration with the General Manager is essential to align financial strategies with operational goals and objectives. You will also assist in budget preparation and monitoring, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, particularly in German tax law.
The Ideal Candidate:
This role offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement and candidates should be actively studying towards an accounting qualification or already possess one.
The ideal candidate for this role will have strong management accounting skills, including experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting. Candidates must have a comprehensive understanding of German GAAP, as well as local taxation knowledge and understanding as they will be taking the lead on tax returns and interacting with the local tax authorities in Germany.
Familiarity with financial systems such as Sage (or similar), and fluency in written and verbal German and English will be critical to success.
We are looking for a growth-oriented individual who can thrive in a relaxed and diverse work environment. Proactive communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both local and remote teams are crucial. The ideal candidate should be flexible, adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges.
About our client:
Our client is an innovative player in the logistics and supply chain management industry. With the head office based in the United Kingdom, they have a global reach and offer a wide range of services - from sourcing and freight forwarding to warehousing and distribution - to optimise and streamline supply chains for various industries.
If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic and supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you!
Click on the Apply Now button below and send us your CV, quoting reference number 2104292.
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