Team Leader Accounting (m/f/d)

Technical & Operational Responsibility

• Independent management of accounting for a clearly defined group of companies
• Ensuring monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB – on time and with high quality
• Review and approval of current business transactions, account reconciliations, and payment runs
• Preparation and support of VAT pre-registrations and other tax obligations
• Contact person for auditors, tax advisors, and other external partners

• Technical leadership and further development of a small team
• Onboarding of new team members, as well as task distribution and ensuring the team's quality of results
• First point of contact for technical questions, promoting knowledge exchange and continuous improvement
• Close collaboration with the Head of Accounting in the further development of processes and standards

• Confident use of and active contribution to the accounting software DATEV and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Participation in the optimization of accounting processes and workflows within the team
• Support in integrating new companies into existing processes and systems

Technical Qualification

• Completed commercial apprenticeship, ideally as a tax assistant (m/f/d), balance sheet accountant (m/f/d), or a comparable qualification

• Several years of professional experience in accounting according to HGB, ideally in client support, including the confident preparation of monthly and annual financial statements

• Initial experience in the technical leadership or guidance of colleagues (e.g., as a team leader or senior with responsibility for junior colleagues)

• Proficient in DATEV and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

• German language skills at C1 level or above

Personality & Work Style

• Reliable, structured, and meticulous work approach

• Strong communication skills, with a passion for working with clients and in a team

• Ownership mindset – you take responsibility for your area and actively contribute

• Team player with a passion for developing and bringing others along

• Responsible role with scope for design and opportunities for personal and professional development
• Meaningful work: In an industry with social relevance
• 30 days of vacation
• Flexible working: Flexible working hours & home office option
• Access to Corporate Benefits – discounts at over 800 well-known companies
• Jobrad leasing
• Open, friendly, and dynamic company culture with flat hierarchies
• Modern workplaces in a central location in Düsseldorf (Golzheim) with ideal public transport connections

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