Head of Accounting (m/f/d)

When it comes to real estate, Deutsche Investment is a reliable partner for institutional investors. Under the umbrella of the Deutsche Investment Group, it currently employs around 430 specialists at seven locations and manages assets of approximately EUR 3.1 billion. In addition to tailor-made investment solutions, the real estate specialist offers investors integrated and highly professional services related to real estate – such as fund, asset, transaction, property, facility management, and project development.

Tasks

The Head of Accounting is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the finance and accounting functions of the Deutsche Investment Group. A central focus is on adapting and restructuring the finance department as a result of a change in ownership – from an owner-managed environment to the requirements of an ECB-regulated, German bank. This includes the implementation of new/adapted regulatory standards, the establishment of an adequate internal control system, and the harmonization of reporting, compliance, and governance structures.

Your tasks include

• Functional leadership and development of the accounting and controlling team, as well as close collaboration with the finance team of the listed shareholder
• Responsibility for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB (German Commercial Code)
• Ensuring proper financial accounting, including payment transactions, dunning, and compliance with legal and internal regulations
• Preparation of monthly reports, analyses, and evaluations for management and the executive board
• Coordination and co-development of the multi-year plans of the Deutsche Investment Group companies
• Optimization, standardization, and digitization of financial processes, including the further development of digital tools and automation solutions to increase efficiency, transparency, and audit security
• Contact person for auditors and tax advisors

Qualification

• Completed degree in business administration, ideally with a focus on finance/accounting, or a comparable qualification
• Many years of professional experience in financial accounting with closing expertise according to HGB, ideally in a leadership role
• Professional experience from working at an auditing and/or tax consulting firm is desirable
• Sound knowledge in accounting, tax law, and in using ERP systems, DATEV, and MS Office
• Practical experience in property or real estate accounting would be advantageous
• Experience in implementing or converting accounting systems is also desirable
• Structured, solution-oriented, and self-reliant working style with a high affinity for processes
• You are a recognized leader with leadership competence, decisiveness, team orientation, and good communication skills

Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Permanent employment contract
• Choice between Germany Ticket and Shopping Card
• Attractive salary
• Bonus & incentive system
• Gympass
• Job bike
• Workation
• Further training and professional development
• Active contribution
• Flat hierarchies
• Prestigious work environment

We look forward to receiving your application!

Your contact person

Marinela Petrovic

Head of HR Management

Phone: +49 30 75 444 741 28

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