Manager Accounting & Pension (m/f/d)

Become part of a revolutionary change! We\’ve decided to do something incredible. We\’re transforming our business towards a smoke-free future, and it\’s not just about establishing a strong brand – the special attraction is building something new, innovative, unprecedented.

Apply now as Manager Accounting & Pension (m/f/d) in Munich-Gräfelfing!

– as soon as possible, located in Munich –

About Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI)

Founded in Germany in 1970, Philip Morris GmbH is a Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) company. With a market share of 38,4 percent in 2024, the company has been the market leader in the German cigarette market since 1987 and is now driving the vision of a smoke-free future in Germany as well as worldwide. For more information, visit www.pmi.com.

PMI is a leading international tobacco company operating outside the United States.

In this role, you are responsible for leading statutory accounting and pension-related financial processes for five legal entities across Germany and Austria, including two complex buy-sell entities. You ensure compliance with German and Austrian Commercial Codes and apply US-GAAP standards, particularly ASC 715 and ASC 712, for pension and post-employment accounting. You will be managing and developing a team of currently 5 direct reports.

• You prepare and review statutory financial statements (SFS), including balance sheet, P&L, notes, and management reports.

• You lead GAAP-to-GAAP adjustments and ensure audit readiness for four PwC-audited entities.

• You coordinate actuarial valuations for 14 defined benefit plans (approx. €950M liabilities) and manage CTA assets (~€1.2B).

• You analyze and calculate deferred taxes under US-GAAP and maintain audit-proof documentation.

• You support intercompany pricing models and recharges, including for complex projects related to the buy-sales and factories.

• You provide accounting advisory to cross-functional teams (Tax, P&C, Commercial) and support corporate audits.

• You contribute to global and local projects (e.g., SAP FDC-CFIN implementation) with accounting expertise.

• You drive process improvements and knowledge sharing across finance and shared service teams.

• Successfully completed university degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.

• At least 7 years of professional experience in financial accounting/reporting, ideally in a multinational environment.

• Strong knowledge of German/Austrian Commercial Code and US-GAAP.

• Experience with statutory reporting, pension accounting, and deferred tax calculations.

• Proficient in SAP FI and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Excellent written and spoken German skills are a must as well as fluent written and spoken English skills.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex topics into actionable processes.

• Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Hands-on, pragmatic mindset with a high level of customer orientation.

• Strategic thinker with a drive for impact and continuous improvement.

• Employees are our top priority. Within the framework of a coordinated development plan, it is our goal to promote and advance you in the best possible way – always with a view to your individual situation.

• Flexible working hours and home office options (remote/office split 60/40) are an integral part of our everyday working life, and for this we will provide you with the best possible, modern and comprehensive equipment.

• Of course, we expect a high level of motivation, commitment and dedication – but it goes without saying that we pay above-average and fair salaries – regardless of gender. We are the first international group to be Equal Salary certified and we consistently implement this.

• We support you even before your official start with a relocation to us in Munich and also offer you a number of different corporate benefits, e.g. gym, company medical care, family office, employee events.

Then apply online www.pmicareers.com with your CV, a motivation letter and your references and start to shape your future with us #MAKEHISTORY.

Equal opportunity and diversity in all facets, such as employment for people with a severe disability. Inclusion is a part of the culture we live here every day. Applicants with a severe disability are very welcome at Philip Morris GmbH. Further information is available at www.pmi.com.

Learn more about US at PMI at unter www.pmi.com.