Accountant Finance · Dusseldorf

Introduction to Eficode

We’re building the future of software development - driving innovation across Cloud, Dev Ops, Agile, Service Management, and AI‑powered transformation. Our mission is to help organizations evolve into truly software‑driven enterprises, empowering them to deliver faster, smarter, and more sustainably. We believe in changing the world by sharing our expertise and enabling teams to work better through modern technology and intelligent automation.

As an award‑winning partner of Atlassian, Git Hub, and Microsoft, we're trusted by organisations of all sizes to help them innovate and grow. Behind our technical teams is a talented group of business professionals who keep Eficode running smoothly, and our Finance team plays a key role in supporting our continued international growth.

Take ownership of the day‑to‑day accounting for our Germany and Switzerland entities, managing accounts payable, accounts receivable and the month‑end close. You'll play a key role in ensuring our financial records are accurate, compliant and delivered on time to support group reporting.

• Manage the accounts payable process
  , from processing supplier invoices and payment runs to maintaining vendor records and handling employee expense claims.
• Oversee the accounts receivable function
  , including customer invoicing, cash allocation, credit control and supporting timely collections.
• Support the month‑end close by preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations, helping to deliver accurate financial reporting across our Germany & Switzerland entities.
• Carry out bank, balance sheet and ledger reconciliations
  , investigating and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting and tax regulations across multiple Continental European entities, including intercompany transactions.
• Contribute to VAT filings
  , audits, year‑end activities and wider finance projects, maintaining clear and accurate documentation throughout.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact for finance‑related queries.
• Provide finance administration support
  , including maintaining records, organising documentation, updating systems and helping the wider finance team with ad‑hoc tasks.

• A qualification in accounting, finance or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Around 3–5 years of hands‑on accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and supporting month‑end close activities.
• A solid understanding of German accounting principles (HGB) and VAT regulations (USt).
• Experience using ERP systems (Net Suite is a plus), with the confidence to quickly learn new systems and work across multiple entities.
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, with experience using functions such as lookups, pivot tables and structured financial reporting.
• Fluent German and business‑level English, as you'll collaborate with both local stakeholders and our international finance team.
• A highly organised and detail‑oriented approach, with the ability to manage recurring responsibilities, prioritise deadlines and work independently.
• Open to candidates residing in Germany and must attend the office (Hamburg or Düsseldorf) 2 days per week.

• Knowledge of German payroll accounting (Lohnbuchhaltung).
• Experience with Swiss accounting, including the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and VAT (MWST).
• Previous experience using Net Suite or a similar ERP system.
• Experience working in an international, multi‑entity environment, including supporting audits and year‑end activities.
• An interest in using AI and new technologies to improve the way you work and drive efficiency.

• 30 days paid vacation per year
• Flexible working options with hybrid/remote work opportunities
• Pension plan, Eficode matches every € 1:1 saved by the employee
• Efi Care: this is a cafeteria model in which the employee can choose from various benefits (Job Rad, kindergarten allowance, capital‑forming benefits, etc)
• Work in an international environment, collaborating with colleagues…