Accounting Manager (m/f/d)

Employment Status: Regular

Time Type: Full time

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It has been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today. Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products – from everyday household items to leading‑edge technology – to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Job Summary: To support our Team in Plattling we are looking for an Accounting Manager (m/f/d).

Primary Function: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Accounting Manager to join our local Finance team in Plattling with the ambition to manage our Financial Accounting and close the local books (HGB) as leader of the local Accounting team of four experienced Accountants. This includes close cooperation with external tax advisors and auditors as well as acting as a business partner in the organization on all Accounting related topics. The role requires strong proficiency in German language and a decent communication level in English based on our international set‑up.

Your Tasks:

• Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial closing of the books.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with local GAAP.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors and manage the preparation of tax returns.
• Lead the coordination with external auditors and manage the audit process.
• Ensure compliance with the relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration with the parent company.
• Drive process optimization and efficiency improvements within the accounting department.
• Act as a business partner to other departments, providing financial insights and support.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote a service‑oriented mindset.
• Manage international collaborations as needed and ensure effective communication across borders.

Your Qualification:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Proven experience in team management and leadership.
• Education background preferably as German certified accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter).
• Strong knowledge of HGB and basic understanding of IFRS.
• Experience in working with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Excellent German language skills (both written and spoken).
• Good English language skills (both written and spoken).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with the parent company and other departments.
• Positive attitude and a strong sense of service orientation.
• Experience in process optimization and efficiency improvement.
• Experience in international collaboration is a plus.

What We Offer:

• An interesting and varied job working in one of the most modern test laboratories in Europe.
• Flexible working hours.
• Wellness Program for a relaxed balance to the daily work routine.
• Company pension plan.
• Lease a bike and other company benefits.
• Permanente direkte Anstellung und ein zukunftssicherer Job.

Diese Position erfordert Präsenz vor Ort in Plattling. CSA Group ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit bietet und sich für Vielfalt, Gerechtigkeit und Inklusion einsetzt. Wir verbieten Diskriminierung und Belästigung jeglicher Art auf Grundlage der geltenden Gesetze. Wir sind eine Organisation, in der Chancen auf Fähigkeiten und Fertigkeiten basieren und Unterschiede respektiert und geschätzt werden.