Consolidation Accountant

Summary

Join a fast-growing international consulting firm headquartered in the UK as a Consolidation Accountant. Play a key role in managing the financial consolidation process across diverse construction operations, showcasing expertise in HGB, German tax regulations, IFRS, and construction accounting standards. Responsibilities include spearheading financial consolidation, preparing consolidated financial statements, streamlining intercompany transactions, leveraging financial software, partnering with internal teams, and identifying process improvement opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of experience in financial consolidation within the construction industry, in-depth knowledge of relevant accounting principles, and proficiency in financial ERP systems and Excel. This fully remote position offers a permanent contract, flexible schedule, and opportunities for self-development, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Over 5 years of expertise in financial consolidation, with a strong focus on the construction industry
• In-depth knowledge of HGB, German tax regulations, IFRS, and specialized construction accounting principles
• Proven hands-on experience with top financial ERP systems such as DATEV, Maconomy, Unit4, Tagetik, and others
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and skilled in using financial reporting tools
• Skilled at analyzing complex financial data and turning it into actionable, strategic insights
• Fluent in German (C1/C2) and English (B2/C1)

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the financial consolidation of multiple entities in the construction sector, ensuring full compliance with HGB, IFRS, and German tax regulations
• Prepare and deliver accurate, efficient, and compliant consolidated financial statements to support strategic decision-making
• Streamline intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and variance analysis to drive financial clarity and precision
• Leverage advanced financial software and ERP systems like DATEV, Maconomy, Unit4, Tagetik, and others to optimize consolidation and reporting workflows
• Partner closely with internal finance teams and auditors to ensure seamless and transparent financial reporting processes
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial consolidation, providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous process improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• A strategic mindset and proactive problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills paired with the ability to navigate and manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects effectively

Benefits

• Permanent contract collaboration
• You will be working fully remote in a stable, multinational company located in UK working with the latest technologies
• You will have the opportunity of self-development while working in a flexible schedule while maintaining a healthy work-life balance