Accountant (m/f/d)

Overview

BayWa r.e. is the home for change makers. We r.e.think energy – how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet. At BayWa r.e. we effect change globally. With locations in 30 countries, we have over 4,500 people already working across the world, collaborating with local businesses to proactively shape the future of the energy sector.

At BayWa r.e. Solar Trade, we are proud to play a part in the solar energy revolution, with our global supplier relations, we supply installers with high-quality solar components and offer a level of customer service that is unrivaled within the solar wholesale industry. Our global and local expertise means we understand the breadth of challenges that solar installers face.

About the role

We are looking to hire an Accountant to take ownership of the bookkeeping and financial reporting for Solar Trade Holding (STH). This role is essential as we transition these tasks in-house from an external provider, ensuring improved accuracy, timeliness, and cost efficiency. You will be responsible for managing core accounting processes, VAT returns, and financial forecasting, contributing directly to the financial health and operational success of our business.

Responsibilities

• You manage all bookkeeping tasks for our Holding company, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• You oversee the electronic invoice approval process and ensure correct coding to GL accounts and cost centers
• You prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with German regulations
• You handle monthly SAP reporting and support financial planning during our planning and forecasting cycles
• You contribute to liquidity forecasting and ensure timely financial insights for decision-making

Who we are looking for

• You bring solid experience in German accounting and VAT regulations, with a strong understanding of local compliance requirements
• You have hands-on experience in bookkeeping and financial reporting, ideally with SAP, DATEV or similar
• You are detail-oriented and reliable, with the ability to manage deadlines and ensure data accuracy
• You have experience in implementing accounting systems or improving financial processes
• You are proactive and solution-oriented, with a mindset for continuous improvement
• You communicate clearly and work well across teams to support financial transparency and efficiency

Your benefits

• We care about you: if there are any problems, we will do everything we can to support you – no one is left out in the cold with us
• Further training opportunities via internal and external training courses
• Flexible working hours, mobile working and modern workplace equipment
• Subsidy for public transport “Deutschland Ticket” und JobRad
• Smartphone, also for private use
• Discounted online shopping
• Last but not least: you are driving forward the energy transition as part of a great team and ensuring that our future becomes a little greener

Do you want to change the future with us? Great! Then apply now.

Your contact person

We look forward to receiving your application! Please contact us if you have any questions about the job advertisement. #BWreSOLARTRADEGLOBAL