Accounting Director (m/f/d)

HR PATH

HR Path Group, a global leader in HR consulting, helps clients with their HR transformation projects, covering both human and HRIS (Human Resources Information System) aspects. Our 2,600 employees are located in 30 countries.Our mission is to support our clients at every step of their HR digital transformation with a comprehensive range of services.

Advise to Outsource ! HR Path, Global Leader in HR solutions

• ADVISE: We support our customers in the transformation of their HR function, through a redefinition of their HR organization and their HRIS digitalization
• IMPLEMENT: As a partner of the main editors of the market, we carry out technical and functional implementation projects of all HRIS solutions (SaaS or On-Premise)
• OUTSOURCE : We support organizations at every stage of their HR and payroll outsourcing journey, helping them operate compliantly, efficiently, and at scale

Our latest fundraising of 1 billion euros aims to accelerate our growth and international expansion. Our goal is to double our revenue within five years and become the world leader in HR digital transformation. HR Path is global player in HR Consulting. We provide professional advice and support to organizations for whom human capital is essential in their HR transformation process. Having a footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific, we are able to offer global support in the development and execution of our customer’s HR strategy.

YOUR MISSIONS

Location: Heidelberg, GERMANY

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Accounting Director to join our team in Germany and take responsibility for the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will oversee the accounting function, ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial information, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our financial processes and controls for 4 countries: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Romania.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting activities and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with DE, CH, AT and local accounting, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors and other financial partners.
• Monitor and strengthen internal accounting processes and controls.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of accounting data.
• Work closely with the CFO and other departments on financial and accounting matters.
• Lead, coordinate and support the accounting team.
• Contribute to the optimization and digitalization of finance processes and systems.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, ideally in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong tax competencies and understanding of German, Swiss, and Austrian (DE/CH/AT) tax regulations.
• Experience managing or coordinating an accounting team.
• Proficiency and mastery of SAP FI/CO required.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Autonomous, rigorous and hands-on, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment.
• German: mandatory. English: professional proficiency required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A highly stimulating and fulfilling work environment with international development
• Rapid career growth with numerous opportunities for development (horizontal & vertical): international mobility, training, and certification
• A good work-life balance with telecommuting possibilities
• Investment in the development of our employees; quarterly team events, annual seminar etc.
• We are Happy at Work certified and continue to listen to our employees. If you value a culture that respects diversity, individual courage, integrity, excellence and encourages team collaboration, HR Path is the place for you.

See you soon at HR Path!