Technical Accountant US GAAP

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Join us in making a difference

Our Accounting team plays a crucial role in ensuring trivago’s financial accuracy and compliance. As a Technical Accountant specializing in US GAAP, you’ll tackle complex accounting challenges and lead initiatives that have significant impact across the organization. You’ll work on tasks of large scope while applying advanced accounting concepts and exercising your problem-solving skills. Your expertise in US GAAP will be pivotal as we navigate the complexities of SEC reporting and financial compliance. If you’re passionate about accounting excellence, thrive in an international business environment, and enjoy challenging work with substantial autonomy, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact at trivago.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Be our subject-matter expert: Research and interpret US GAAP accounting standards to guide the team on complex questions and scenarios
• Collaborate and communicate: Develop clear, practical documentation and explain technical topics to finance and non-finance colleagues. You’ll also deliver training sessions as needed
• Lead important projects: Drive cross-functional initiatives to ensure proper accounting for new or unusual transactions and support the implementation of new standards
• Stay up to date: Monitor new accounting rules and assess their impact on our financial statements and reporting processes
• Strengthen compliance: Help develop and review accounting policies and disclosures to keep our reporting accurate and up to standard

What you’ll need to thrive:

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least 5 years’ experience in a publicly-listed company or large public accounting firm, working with US GAAP
• Strong technical understanding of US GAAP and hands-on experience applying it
• Fluent English with excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to explain technical matters clearly and work well with people at all levels
• Well-organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Stand out with:

• CPA (US or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with IFRS and German GAAP is a plus.
• Practical financial reporting experience and/or knowledge of income tax accounting is valued.
• German language skills are a bonus.

Worried about missing a few requirements? Still apply, and express your motivation as you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

What you can look forward to:

At trivago, we prioritize your development, offer personalized coaching through Nilo, and provide workshops, educational meetups, conferences, free online learning courses, and access to a fully-equipped campus library.

Work-life balance matters.

We offer self-determined vacation (with a minimum of 25 vacation days), flexible working hours, 2 WFH days weekly, the chance to work remotely for 20 days abroad, and an international business environment that values autonomy.

Moving to join us?

No problem. You can count on visa support from our talent support team, a relocation package, interest-free newcomer loan, free language classes, and regular team events to build experiences together.

Enjoy your office days.

Use your daily canteen budget to share lunch with colleagues in our canteen, help yourself to complimentary snacks and drinks in our kitchens, choose from a variety of fitness options with our on-site gym, sports classes, and Urban Sports Club membership.

Thank you for considering a career at trivago! Our commitment to fostering an inclusive and enriching environment for all talents is at the heart of what we do. We understand that embarking on a new job opportunity is a blend of excitement and curiosity. Should any questions arise before you apply, feel free to reach out to us at joinus@trivago.com. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on global travel, we look forward to your application!