Associate Finance Controller with German Language Skills
Core
End-to-end accounting and month-end close for entities within a global supply chain organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Role type
Associate Finance Controller
Builds
Monthly financial statements, tax reports, and audit documentation for global trade operations
Domain
Logistics / Supply Chain Finance
Required skills
End-to-end accounting, Month-end close, German GAAP, IFRS, ERP systems (SAP/S-4HANA), Financial statement analysis, Audit coordination, Tax reporting, Process improvement
Preferred skills
Professional accounting qualification (CPA/CMA), German language (B1/B2+), English communication, Microsoft Excel
Technologies
SAP, S/4HANA, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end accounting activities for assigned entities, Deliver accurate and timely month-end financial close requirements, Review balance sheets and ensure relevant accounts are properly substantiated, Investigate deviations and coordinate corrective actions, Support financial statement analysis and reporting on operational results, Ensure compliance with IFRS, German GAAP, statutory requirements and relevant financial controls, Support tax, audit and statutory reporting requirements within agreed deadlines, Coordinate with internal and external auditors, Work with process owners to consolidate accounting and tax information, Support the RICC control framework and complete controls attestation, Respond promptly to finance-related enquiries and meet agreed service levels, Identify process or performance gaps and work with stakeholders to improve them, Support regional finance projects and other business requirements when needed
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC