We're looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to join our team onsite here in Berlin.
Based in London, Berlin & Japan, BSI Merch is a global artist services company helping artists, labels & managers connect with fans through merchandise, e-commerc and creative campaign support.
This is a full-time, 5 days per week position, based in our Berlin office (09:00 – 17:00).
Tasks
Main duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Bookkeeping & Reporting: Perform full-cycle, double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance and assist with year-end accounts preparation.
- Oversee the billing and credit control functions, ensuring timely invoicing, effective debt collection and providing weekly reports on the Debtors and Creditors.
- Tax & Compliance: Prepare, calculate, and submit VAT returns and handle payroll, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
- Oversee and manage general accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and systems, including the maintenance of accounting records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Working with our external accounts TMO to ensure robust accounts.
- Liaise with banks, external auditors, advisors and regulatory authorities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.
- Ensure adherence to established filing systems and records retention policies, maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance team.
Requirements
Key Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with accounting software. Xero experience preferred
- Experience with international VAT and statutory reporting
- Solid grasp of financial processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Benefits
- A welcoming and creative work environment in our Berlin office, located in the heart of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
- Monthly team lunches and occasional social events
- A supportive, friendly atmosphere where your contributions matter and your growth is encouraged
- Be part of a dynamic artist services & merchandise company working on exciting projects with a passionate team
