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We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager to join our Finance team, taking full ownership of our Austrian operations in Salzburg.
This role reports to the EMEA Finance Director and is responsible for overseeing all statutory accounting and reporting activities for the entity.
The successful candidate will lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts, manage financial closings, and maintain general ledger accounts. Additionally, they will act as the main point of contact for local external partners, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
The ideal candidate will have an Accounting or Finance qualification, be an Austrian/German qualified accountant, and have several years' experience compiling statutory financial accounts. They will also possess a sound understanding of global process and transactional flows, as well as fluency in German and English.
The Key Responsibilities include:
* Statutory Financial Reporting: Prepare annual statutory accounts in accordance with Austrian GAAP (UGB) and US GAAP, and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
* Financial Closings: Lead the preparation of financial reporting schedules per US GAAP requirements for submission to the corporate team in the USA.
* General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate posting of journal entries and adjustments.
* Audit and Compliance: Act as the main point of contact for local external partners, auditors, and regulatory authorities, handling audit requests and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
* Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with Austrian accounting standards (UGB) and IFRS/GAAP, and oversee accurate tax filings, including VAT, corporate income tax, and withholding taxes.
* Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and financial controls, and ensure adherence to internal policies and controls.