Finance Accountant; m​/f​/x

Finance Accountant

Location:

Germany/Berlin/Stuttgart (Remote)

At Makersite, we're pioneering the future of sustainable product development and digital collaboration. As a leading platform for product lifecycle management (PLM), we empower companies to make smarter, more sustainable decisions across their entire supply chain. Our cutting-edge software enables teams to design, prototype, and manufacture with transparency, efficiency, and responsibility—reducing environmental impact while optimizing performance.

We're a fast-growing, innovative company that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and creating meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of manufacturing and product innovation.

This role is a fixed, permanent position. All successful applicants will need to reside in Germany with legal working permits or residence permits.

• Invoice Booking:

• Accurately process supplier invoices in the ERP system, ensuring proper account coding, approval flow, and timely posting.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to internal financial controls.

• Accounts Payable (AP):

• Manage payment cycles, monitor due dates, and execute payments on time.

• Handle vendor inquiries and perform supplier reconciliations.

• Ensure proper accounting of prepayments and credit notes.

• Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Issue customer invoices promptly and in line with contracts, delivery notes, or service agreements.

• Monitor incoming payments, allocate them correctly, and follow up on overdue accounts.

• Maintain accurate customer records and perform regular AR reconciliations.

• Bank Account Management:

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash transactions.

• Post all bank movements to the general ledger (G/L) and ensure alignment with accounting records.

• Support cash management and treasury-related activities.

• General Ledger (G/L) Postings:

• Book all relevant accounting entries related to AP, AR, banks, and other recurring transactions.

• Ensure accurate and timely journal entries in accordance with accounting policies and monthly close deadlines.

• Reconcile G/L accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies.

• Support Month-End and Year-End Close:

• Contribute to timely month-end closing, including reconciliations, accruals, and cut-off postings.

• Assist with audit preparations and provide required supporting documentation.

• Collaborate with other departments to resolve open items and improve processes.

• Participate in Finance Projects and Continuous Improvement:

• Support finance-related projects such as system upgrades, process automation, or internal control enhancements.

• Collaborate on initiatives to improve the efficiency and quality of financial operations.

• Contribute ideas and solutions to modernize workflows and reporting.

• Education:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable qualification.

• Completed professional accounting certification (e.g., Bilanzbuchhalter/in, CPA) is a plus.

• Experience:

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a similar operational finance role.

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, AR/AP processes, general ledger accounting, and financial closing procedures.

• Familiarity with German GAAP (HGB)

• Excellent Excel skills

• Skills:

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., DATEV, Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems)

• Accurate, structured, and dependable work approach

• Effective communication skills in German and English

• Hands-on attitude

• Openness to change, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment

• Competitive Salary – We reward your skills and experience with a compensation package that reflects your value.

• 30 Days Paid Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

• Remote-First Flexibility – Work from anywhere in Germany, with the option to collaborate in person at our offices in Stuttgart, Berlin (role dependent).

• Generous Learning & Development Budget – We invest in your growth, providing ample resources for personal and professional development.

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