Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Tools for Humanity

Location: Munich, Bavaria, Germany

We are looking for a proactive, experienced, and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing team in Germany. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting operations and experience working with inventory. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities and ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. You will also work closely with company leadership and contribute to financial planning and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities
• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts
• Process payroll and assist with payroll tax filings
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Keep thorough and organized records of all financial transactions
• Support financial audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify trends and suggest improvements
• Support budgeting, cash flow, and forecasting activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax rules, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including inventory, operations, and finance in the US
• Contribute to improving accounting processes, especially around inventory tracking and costing
• Take initiative to identify and solve issues before they escape attention
• Perform other related tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Native or fluent in both German and English (Must have)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Big Four public accounting experience preferred; Big10 or other reputable accounting firms also considered
• At least 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a technology startup or international environment
• Direct experience with inventory accounting required (20% of role is inventory accounting, ideally with manufacturing exposure)
• Strong understanding of German GAAP and/or IFRS
• Experience using accounting systems such as SAP S/4HANA, or similar ERP software
• CPA or Wirtschaftsprüfer (WP) qualification is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently, manage deadlines, and take initiative
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international team environment

The reasonable estimated salary for this role at TFH in Munich ranges from €110,000 – €130,000, plus a competitive long-term incentive package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate\’s skills, qualifications, and experience.