(Lead) General Ledger Accountant (all genders)

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Account Management • Finance

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead/Senior General Ledger Accountant needed to mentor, lead, and develop a team of 3 General Ledger Accountants. Responsibilities include overseeing general ledger accounts for German entities, ensuring financial record accuracy, preparing financial statements (HGB compliance), managing month-end/year-end closing processes, monthly reporting, internal control adherence, audit support, process improvement, and ad-hoc reporting. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years of experience (auditing experience a plus), strong HGB knowledge, proficiency in accounting software (Navision preferred), and excellent analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in German and English is required. The role involves working closely with internal/external stakeholders and driving process enhancements.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong HGB knowledge
  • Proficient in accounting software
  • Excellent analytical & communication skills
  • Fluency in German and English
Good to have:
  • CPA or Certified Management Accountant IHK (Bilanzbuchhalter IHK)
  • Auditing firm experience
  • Microsoft Navision experience
Perks:
  • Global Teamwork
  • Flexible Working (up to 5 remote days)
  • Workation (up to 4 weeks abroad)
  • Deutschlandticket or other mobility options
  • Company pension plan subsidies
  • 30 days paid leave + additional days off
  • toniecation days (unpaid leave)
  • Continuous learning opportunities
  • Language learning & meditation app access
  • Tonies product discounts

Job Details

About tonies:
tonies is the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children with around 7.8 million Tonieboxes and more than 95 million Tonies figurines sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. 

Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes more than 1,100 Tonies figurines in several languages. Since its inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries.

Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination.
You as part of tonies:
We are looking for a Lead/Senior General Ledger to join our dynamic Accounting team and take ownership of key financial processes. In this role, you will mentor, lead, and develop a team of currently 3 General Ledger accountants. You will ensure the accuracy of financial records, and play a key role in the month-end and year-end closing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders while driving process improvements.
Your tasks and responsibilities will include:
  • Mentor, lead and develop a team of currently 3 General Ledger Accountants. 
  • Oversee the maintenance, reconciliation, and accuracy of general ledger accounts for our German entities, ensuring completeness of financial records.
  • Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with local German GAAP (HGB).
  • Coordinate and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes for German entities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Prepare the monthly financial reporting packages and variance analysis.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies.
  • Act as the main point of contact for internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Continuously identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and implement process enhancements.
  • Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses as needed.
  • Lead and participate in special projects.
What we are looking for:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, CPA or Certified Management Accountant IHK (Bilanzbuchhalter IHK) qualification.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Experience in an auditing firm is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of local GAAP Germany (HGB) and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (Microsoft Navision is an advantage) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in both English and German.
  • You must be currently based in Germany.
Why tonies?
  • Global Teamwork: We collaborate across departmental and country borders on our vision to bring the Toniebox into every child's room in the world.
  • Come as you are: This applies not only to the dress code but also to everything else. Because only where you truly feel comfortable can you give your best.
  • Mobility: Choose the option that suits you best - a Deutschlandticket (public transport ticket) for unlimited mobility, a monthly contribution for an office parking space, a leasing bicycle, or a remote work subsidy.
  • Enhanced Security: Benefit from subsidies for company pension plans, occupational pension schemes, and occupational disability insurance.
  • Rest & Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of paid annual leave as well as three additional days off such as Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. After one year of employment, you can also use up to 10 "toniecation days" (unpaid leave days).
  • Flexible Working: Equipped with individual equipment, you can work remotely for up to 5 days in consultation with your team - depending on your area of responsibility. And if you're up for a workation, you can work from abroad for up to 4 weeks per year with us.
  • Continuous Learning: Benefit from our internal and external training opportunities as well as an individual learning budget to continuously expand your knowledge.
  • Language Learning & Relaxation: Improve your communication skills with the language learning app Babbel and find relaxation through our access to the meditation app Calm.
  • Discounts: Benefit from attractive discounts on our entire range of tonies products.
Good to know:
As part of our principles, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies®. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us. 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Charlotte Angerhausen
Recruiting & Onboarding Partner | P&C Generalist

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Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes more than 1,100 Tonies figurines in several languages. 

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