Chief Financial Accountant

Job Description Job description: As Chief Accountantyou will play a key role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of our German operations. Your responsibilities will include: Reporting & Closing Activities Preparation and ownership of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB and IFRS Internal and external financial reporting Support in the preparation of consolidation packages Accounting Overall responsibility for the accurate and timely execution of operational accounting activities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, inventory accounting and general ledger accounting Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, accounting standards, internal policies and procedures Operational Accounting Activities Preparation and posting of closing entries, provisions, accruals, revenue recognition entries and tax-related postings Monitoring of credit limits and oversight of payment transactions Audit & Compliance Cooperation with external auditors, tax auditors, tax advisors and relevant authorities Ensuring that financial processes and documentation meet statutory and internal compliance requirements Management Collaboration Acting as a key interface between internal and external stakeholders Close cooperation with Headquarters, the Managing Director and local management Active coordination and management of finance-related topics across the organisation Coaching & Team Development Coaching and supporting team members on specific accounting topics Contributing to the continuous development of the accounting function Promoting the exchange and implementation of best practices Process Optimisation Managing and driving process improvement and digitalisation initiatives Continuously reviewing and further developing accounting processes and workflows We offer: Exciting cross-functional development opportunities within a leading, established generic pharmaceutical company Products manufactured to EU quality standards A strategic and innovative product portfolio Diverse career opportunities in a future-oriented and growing industry A friendly, collaborative and team-oriented working environment A comprehensive induction and onboarding programme Various health initiatives and company events A strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability Qualifications: Your Profile: Ideally, you bring: A successfully completed university degree with a focus on Accounting or Finance, or completed vocational training with an additional qualification as a Certified Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter IHK), or a comparable qualification Several years of professional experience in a comparable position within an international company Sound knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the German Commercial Code (HGB) Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel Experience with SAP R/3 (FI/CO/AA); experience with SAP S/4HANA would be an advantage Business-fluent in English, German language nice to have Strong analytical skills and a high level of numerical proficiency A precise, conscientious and reliable working style A proactive, solution-oriented and service-minded approach Strong communication skills, flexibility and a collaborative mindset Motivation and enthusiasm for taking on new challenges in a successful German company operating within an international group environment Current residence within the European Union is a mandatory requirement. Candidates residing outside the EU will not be considered. Why is This a Great Opportunity: We offer: Exciting cross-functional development opportunities within a leading, established generic pharmaceutical company Products manufactured to EU quality standards A strategic and innovative product portfolio Diverse career opportunities in a future-oriented and growing industry A friendly, collaborative and team-oriented working environment A comprehensive induction and onboarding programme Various health initiatives and company events A strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : € 90000 Salary Max : € 100000 Currency Type : EUR