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Financial Accountant DACH

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Fastned

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Amsterdam
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be fluent in German and English, have 2+ years as an accountant, a relevant Bachelor's degree, experience with accounting systems, and preferably knowledge of VAT and tax compliance.
  • You will handle daily accounting tasks, assist with month-end closes, support audit preparations, manage debtors/creditors, and help with indirect tax filings in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

  • Fluency in German language and English;
  • At least 2 years relevant experience as financial or general ledger accountant;
  • Bachelor degree in accounting or related area;
  • Proven experience working with accounting systems;
  • Nice to have: Knowledge of VAT and other tax compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Senior Financial Accountant with daily accounting tasks for German-speaking entities, including invoice review, payment runs, and journal postings.
  • Perform month-end close activities and monitor trial balance data.
  • Assist in preparing group and statutory accounts, including providing files and information for auditors.
  • Support the preparation of monthly indirect tax filings and administrative requirements for the German tender.
  • Manage debtors and creditors, follow up on overdue items, and contribute to improving financial procedures in a rapidly growing business environment.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Financial Accountant DACH?

The primary responsibilities include managing accounting and bookkeeping tasks for the Dutch parent company and its subsidiaries in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, processing invoices, reconciling bank accounts, managing payable and receivable accounts, assisting in the month-end closing process, and supporting annual audit documentation.

Where is the role based?

The role can be based in either our Amsterdam headquarters or Cologne office.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related area, at least 2 years of relevant experience as a financial or general ledger accountant, fluency in German and English, and proven experience with accounting systems.

Is knowledge of VAT and tax compliance necessary for this position?

While not mandatory, knowledge of VAT and other tax compliance requirements is considered a nice-to-have for candidates.

What benefits and perks does Fastned offer?

Fastned offers various benefits including a stock option plan, a training and development budget of €3,000 per year, an attractive pension plan fully covered by Fastned, daily vegetarian lunches, access to the company’s electric vehicle fleet, travel compensation, and fun events throughout the year.

Is experience with accounting systems necessary for this role?

Yes, proven experience working with accounting systems is required for the Financial Accountant DACH position.

What kind of work culture can I expect at Fastned?

Fastned promotes a work-life balance, genuine work flexibility, and has family-friendly policies in place. The company also recognizes and celebrates successes big and small.

How does Fastned view diversity and inclusion?

Fastned stands for equity and inclusion, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, neurodiversity, disabilities, parental status, or any other characteristic that makes individuals unique.

Fastned

We build a network of scalable fast charging stations for all electric vehicles, powered by 100% renewable energy

Energy
Industry
51-200
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fastned is building the world's first network of fast charging stations where all electric cars can charge. Our mission is to give freedom to electric drivers and accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility. Our goal is a European network of a 1000 fast charging stations on prime locations, where all electric vehicles can charge with renewable energy from the sun and wind.