Accountant DACH (m/w/d) Steuerfachangestellte

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All . We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone , we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, ACO®, and many more. We Are Perrigo . We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Local Accountant to join our team. This role will manage and maintain the financial statements of our DACH entities (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) while working as main local contact for our VAT and Corporate Tax teams.

With a strong focus on internal controls, SOX compliance, statutory reporting, and audit support, the DACH local accountant will act as the key contact for assisting the central service center with month-end closing and daily accounting activities that require local input and knowledge.

Scope of the Role

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Several years of experience in accounting or auditing role, preferably in public accounting firms (Big 4 or nationally known)
• Understanding of accounting principles and practices. Strong knowledge of German accounting principles (HGB)
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls is nice to have
• Accounting certification or progress towards certification is preferred
• Good understanding of VAT compliance and experience working with external service providers
• Familiarity with corporate tax principles and reporting requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; preferably experience working on SAP environments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in German and English; knowledge of other languages is a plus

Comments: Hybrid / remote work arrangements and flexible work arrangements

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

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