General Accounting Specialist DACH (m/f/d)

Markem-Imaje is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes.

The Role

For our Finance HUB in Stuttgart, we are looking for a self-motivated and experienced General Accounting Specialist (m/f/d) who is passionate about their work and enjoys taking responsibility. In this role, you will support the Operations Controller in areas such as US-GAAP and HGB accounting and reporting.

You will have the opportunity to work closely on-site and globally with the Controller, FP&A, the Human Resources Department, as well as our In-House Shared Service Center, and you can have a direct impact on the quality of reporting.

We are continuously striving to evolve ourselves and our processes, especially regarding digital transformation. Therefore, you also have the opportunity here to work with various modern systems and actively contribute to optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes.

What you will do:

• Independently prepare the monthly financial statements in SAP and OneStream and explain financial information, solve problems, and answer questions from the Group Reporting Team.
• Ensure that the current financial situation is accurately reflected in the general ledger.
• Accurate and timely preparation and review of postings of business transactions, partly in collaboration with the Shared Service Center.
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including documentation with appropriate evidence.
• Control of the accounting processes related to accounts payable, as well as collaboration with the Shared Service Center on escalation and process issues.
• Review of supplier invoices for correct account and cost center allocation.
• Review of payment proposals and requests.
• Support in clarifying supplier accounts.
• Timely processing and reconciliation of VAT returns, summary reports, Intrastat reports, and other statistical reports.
• Processing of monthly payroll and personnel provisions, in close collaboration with the HR department.
• Implementation, review, and assurance of SOX, compliance, and internal controls. Support for internal and external audits as well as collaboration with auditors.
• Preparation of corporate tax returns in collaboration with tax advisors.
• Participation in various finance-related projects (e.g. process optimization and standardization).
• Fulfillment of the role of Business Partner as the main point of contact for colleagues.
• Representation for other General Accounting Specialists in the Finance HUB and the Operation Controller.

What you need to have:

• Significant professional experience in general ledger accounting, preferably in an international environment or in an auditing firm
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or CPA (or extensive work experience in the relevant field)
• Basic knowledge of tax law
• Basic knowledge of SAP FI/CO, good knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in German and English
• Strong analytical skills and high sense of responsibility
• Good organization and self-management
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks under time pressure.
• Proactive attitude and hands-on mentality.
• Experience with the following programs is a plus but not a must: OneStream Reporting & Reconciliation, Blackline Systems - Journal Entries, Hyland Perceptive - AP Invoice Processing, Auditboard - Compliance and Risk Management.

You’ll only be the right candidate if you are aligned to our values and culture:

• Collaborative entrepreneurial spirit
• Winning through customers
• High ethical standards, openness and trust
• Expectations for results
• Respect and value people

If you believe you match our values and have the experience we’re looking for, then apply! We can’t wait to hear from you.

Location: Stuttgart, Germany

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Work Arrangement : Hybrid

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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This position may be located in: EMEA : Germany : Stuttgart : Stuttgart

Sub Division : Direct Distribution Germany

Job Requisition ID : 61707

Job Function : Finance