Accountant (d/f/m) - #2121392

We are Germany’s largest vehicle marketplace, featuring around 1.4 million listed cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, and e-bikes. Based in Berlin-Charlottenburg, we offer a dynamic environment where growth, learning, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Since our founding in 1996, we have been shaping the way vehicles are bought and sold online - not only enabling direct transactions but also offering financing and leasing solutions. More than 40,000 registered vehicle dealers and millions of private customers rely on our platform, benefiting from 108 million visits each month. If you are driven by an eagerness to learn, have a passion for collaboration, and are excited about shaping the future of mobility, we would love to meet you.

mobile.de is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

Research shows that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to pursue opportunities unless they meet every requirement. We strongly value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from historically excluded backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must hold a valid right to work and permit to reside in Germany.

What You’ll Do & Who You Are

Join us as an Accountant (d/f/m) and support us shaping Financial Excellence at mobile.de!

At mobile.de, we're passionate about more than just vehicles—we're dedicated to fostering a culture of financial excellence. As an Accountant, you'll be at the heart of our dynamic Financial Accounting & Controlling team in Berlin-Charlottenburg and report to the local Head of Accounting/Controlling.

This is a hybrid role, our office is based in Berlin-Charlottenburg.

Our Financial Accounting & Controlling Team at mobile.de (5 people including this role) is responsible for a broad range of activities and works closely with local teams (FP&A, legal, HR), the Central Regional Accounting Team in Amsterdam, Central Functions in Barcelona and Shared Services in Romania and India.

The Role

• Preparation of month-, quarter- and year end closes in line with IFRS and local German GAAP requirements
• Preparation of financial statement according to local German GAAP (HGB) (Note: this should be done in-house and not be externally prepared or supported)
• Reconciliation of VAT return and supporting the preparation of Tax returns
• Preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Support external financial and tax audits and communications with German authorities and auditors
• Monitoring of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Support our local business with tax, billing and accounting specific questions and support implementation of new processes
• Collaborate closely with different local and central Finance teams
  
  

Your Profile

• You have min. 3-4 years professional experience in roles with a strong focus on Accounting
• Bachelor- or Masters degree / MBA Accounting & Controlling
• Strong HGB / German GAAP and preferably also IFRS knowledge
• Proven operational finance capability; close & compliance experience
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex problems in a clear concise way for the business
• Demonstrate ability to successfully partner and influence with the different levels in the organization
• Excellent analytical skills
• Good knowledge of Excel, Power Point, Navision, SAP, Salesforce or similar consolidating/reporting tools
• Business fluent in German, strong English skills in writing and speaking
  
  

Benefits

Working at mobile.de comes with its perks! Enjoy the following benefits (some of many):

• Salary: Get rewarded with an attractive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plans.
• Plan for the Future: On top of the statutory retirement insurance, we offer a company pension scheme with three contribution levels.
• Team-Building: Regular team and company events offer the opportunity to network and learn from each other.
• Training & Education: Keep growing with a personal development budget, access to language courses, coaching opportunities, our online and offline library, weekly “Lunch & Learn” sessions and many more.
• Mobility: Stay mobile with a monthly transportation allowance.
• Enjoy working: Our office offers a range of amenities, including retreat spaces for yoga and relaxation, a pool table, table tennis, a fully equipped kitchen for cooking, and various co-working areas. And yes, free snacks and drinks are also available.
• Work from Anywhere: Work up to 20 days per year work from wherever you feel most productive.
• Family: We supplement the German government contribution by offering fully paid family leave.