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Bilanzbuchhalter - Senior Accountant (m-f-d)

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Accounting & Finance
Hamburg, Germany
Posted on Jan 4, 2025

Bilanzbuchhalter / Senior Accountant (m/f/d)

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Company : Safran Helicopter Engines Job field : Finance and management Location : Hamburg , Germany Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : More than 3 years Spoken language(s) : German Fluent English Intermediate
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Job Description

As a vital part of the global Safran family, our Hamburg site is the beating heart of helicopter engines innovation for Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe, as well as Central Asia. Our impact? Massive: Every day, our 70 colleagues from 15 nations unite cutting-edge technology with unparalleled expertise to fulfill one crucial mission: to keep our customers flying. From emergency services to defense operations, our engines power the moments that matter most. Currently, we are building our new facility, HanSafran, on ca. 6,000 square meters, emphasizing our principles of growth and sustainability. With our new location, we aim to operate climate-neutrally at Nordport in Norderstedt. Join us at Safran Helicopter Engines Germany, where your career can truly take flight. We are looking for an unlimited

BILANZBUCHHALTER / SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (m/f/d)
Become part of our 4-person team and take charge of critical financial operations:

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and maintain financial statements in accordance with IFRS and German GAAP
• Manage P&L, General Ledger, and Balance Sheet accounting
• Process and record debits and credits accurately
• Handle various tax-related matters including VAT, trade tax (Gewerbesteuer), and corporate tax (Unternehmenssteuer)
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and tax regulations
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes
• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports for management and external stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a similar role
• Certificate as a Senioer Accountant or similar (e.g. Certified in international accounting standards - CINA)
• Fluent German (B2) and Intermediate English (B1)
• In-depth understanding of IFRS and German GAAP
• Proficient in P&L, General Ledger, and Balance Sheet accounting
• Expertise in processing debits and credits
• Comprehensive knowledge of German taxation (VAT, trade tax, corporate tax)
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

What we Offer:
• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation
• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours, mobile working and modern work tools to help you perform at your best
• 40 training hours per year for your continuous development
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as
- Supplementary health insurance
- Company pension scheme
- Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket
- Pluxee vouchers
-Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits
• Free of charge health check-ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events
• Company leasing of bicycles
• An annual budget for individual specialist literature
and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?
Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements.
We look forward to receiving your application! In case of any question, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Business Partner, Clarissa.

Contact Details
SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH • Borsteler Chaussee 43 • 22453 Hamburg
Clarissa Moewert – HR Business Partner • Tel. +49 (0) 40 500 216 99 • E-Mail: hr.de.she@safrangroup.com

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Borsteler Chaussee 43 22453

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