Accountant (Bookkeeper)
On-site · Berlin, State of Berlin, Germany
Job Summary
The Accountant (Bookkeeper) will manage the in-house accounting for the German entity from end to end, focusing on bookkeeping and VAT compliance within DATEV. Responsibilities include executing month-end close checklists, filing VAT returns, migrating data from external providers, and maintaining intercompany billing with accurate reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with DATEV, along with a successful background in transitioning accounting processes to an in-house model. Critical skills include tax and account mappings, intercompany invoicing, and automated workflow design.
Required Qualifications
- Proven ownership of German entity bookkeeping within DATEV Rechnungswesen for a GmbH or similar
- Demonstrated success transitioning from an external bookkeeper to an in-house setup
- Hands-on experience integrating spend/expense tools (e.g., Yokoy) with DATEV
- Strong intercompany and multi-entity experience
- Preparation of accurate VAT returns under HGB and German VAT rules
Desired Qualifications
- Exposure to German payroll accounting processes and collaboration with tax advisors/auditors
- Comfort with DATEV Unternehmen online and light automation (e.g., rules, API-based connectors)
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