Senior Accountant with German

Helprise is an organization that combines global reach with local talent. We work for companies that value quality, partnership, and responsibility, creating teams that really work. By precisely matching skills and business needs, we connect specialists with projects where their knowledge has a real impact. By joining us, you become part of an environment where matching is not a coincidence, but a decision.

We are looking for an experienced German Accountant to support our client on a 6-month external contract. The person will be responsible for maintaining statutory accounting records in accordance with German accounting standards (HGB), ensuring tax compliance, supporting financial reporting, and coordinating statutory audits in Germany. The role requires strong knowledge of German tax regulations, as well as experience with IFRS and Transfer Pricing.

YOU WILL

• Maintain local statutory books in accordance with German accounting standards (HGB).
• Review VAT (Umsatzsteuer) and prepare and review annual CIT (Körperschaftsteuer) tax declarations.
• Ensure compliance with German tax regulations, including solidarity surcharge and trade tax.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of VAT and CIT balance sheet accounts.
• Establish and maintain reconciliation between statutory and IFRS books.
• Support statutory ledger setup and ensure compliance with local requirements.
• Liaise with German tax authorities (Finanzamt) and support tax audits.
• Coordinate internal and external statutory audits in Germany.
• Work with external tax advisors on Transfer Pricing documentation in line with Group standards.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a similar accounting or tax role.

• Relevant education and professional qualifications in German accounting and taxation (e.g. Steuerfachwirt).

• Strong knowledge of German accounting and tax regulations, particularly HGB, AO, UStG and KStG.

• Practical experience with IFRS and reconciliation between statutory and IFRS ledgers.

• Relevant IFRS/accounting qualifications (CPA, CINA or equivalent).

• Knowledge of Transfer Pricing.

• Experience working in an international company with a matrix organizational structure.

• Fluent German and English.

• Familiarity with ERP systems.

Nice to have:

- Previous experience in a software company.

Benefits

Work flexibility
We give you the opportunity to adjust your work to your lifestyle. We offer flexible hours as well as the possibility of remote or hybrid work, depending on the role and your preferences.

Development on your terms
We provide an individual development budget that you can use for your professional growth. As a Lumina Learning partner, we also give you access to unique tools and the support of certified practitioners, so you can better understand your potential and strengthen your talents.

Integration and shared experiences
We regularly enjoy new experiences together and build relationships in an inspiring atmosphere. From cooking sessions, through yoga weekends in nature, to the thrill of escape rooms.