Senior Accountant (m/f/d)
Core
Operate the standalone accounting function for the Jena site, ensuring accurate general ledger, month-end/year-end closing, and financial reporting.
Role type
Senior Accountant (Industry)
Builds
Monthly and annual financial statements, variance analyses, and financial reports for the Jena location.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Optics
Required skills
German GAAP, financial statement preparation, general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable oversight, cost accounting basics, financial risk identification, financial reporting, process optimization, external auditor liaison, Microsoft Excel
Preferred skills
IFRS, US GAAP, cost accounting, experience with manufacturing environments, audit support
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, accounting software
Responsibilities
Prepare monthly and annual financial statements including journal entries and account reconciliations; Manage and steer the ongoing accounting operations at the Jena site; Ensure a complete, accurate, and up-to-date general ledger; Support accounts payable and receivable functions and monitor payment processes; Participate in inventory accounting, cost tracking, and financial evaluations; Create and prepare financial reports and conduct variance analyses; Ensure compliance with German accounting regulations and internal corporate guidelines; Serve as the central contact for internal departments, auditors, and external advisors; Coordinate with central finance and tax functions in the USA; Prepare and accompany internal and external audits; Identify optimization potential in accounting processes and contribute to system improvements; Early identification and escalation of financial risks and issues.