Accountant - German-speaking

About Bob W

I’m Bob W, your friend in town. I take the guesswork out of travel, blending the best of both worlds: hotel-grade consistency, local character, and a few surprises only locals would know. Every apartment is fully carbon offset and set up in Europe’s most interesting neighbourhoods, so you feel at home—just with better coffee and smarter tech. I’m building a new kind of stay: five-star comfort, local flair, and always a step ahead on sustainability. All you have to do is show up. I’ll handle the rest.

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The Role

We are looking for an Accountant to join our finance team. If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of German accounting standards and tax regulations, and you thrive in a collaborative, international environment, this role is for you. You will play a key part in ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting, keeping daily operations running smoothly, and supporting our migration to NetSuite.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a scaling finance function while gaining hands-on experience in NetSuite and multi-entity, cross-border accounting.

In this role, you will:

• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, reconciliations, and payment runs across our entities in Germany.
• Ensure compliance with German accounting standards and tax regulations, applying your knowledge to maintain accuracy and reliability in financial reporting.
• Support the migration to NetSuite by ensuring the accuracy and high quality of financial data.
• Contribute to timely month-end and year-end closings with precise reporting and reconciliations.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Accountant, Finance & Controlling team, local auditors, vendors, and customers.

Requirements

Our 5-star candidate:

• Has 2–4 years of experience in accounting (AP, AR, or bookkeeping), ideally in a multinational or scaling company.
• Holds an accounting degree or similar qualification, and professional certificates are a plus.
• Has strong knowledge of German accounting standards and tax regulations, with the ability to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Is accurate, detail-oriented, reliable, and collaborative in working with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Brings solid skills in bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoice management, and payment processing.
• Is fluent in German and English. Any additional languages are welcome.
• Has strong Excel skills.
• Experience with NetSuite and Datev is an advantage, but not required.

Benefits

What we offer:

• Employee stock option plan.
• Unlimited holidays.
• Free nights and discounts at any Bob W location.
• Sports compensation.
• Voluntary health insurance.
• Oliva mental well-being platform access.
• Top-notch Apple hardware.
• Regular team events.
• Development and growth opportunities, including a personal learning and development budget.
• A multicultural, diverse, and rewarding work environment with a smart and highly motivated team.

Please note that this position will be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified candidates are identified. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Bob W is a venture capital-backed, tech-enabled hospitality company that merges hotel-like consistency, services and amenities with the authenticity and livability of a home. With our beautifully designed and authentic living spaces, we offer a home away from home for leisure and business travellers alike, no matter if you’re staying for a few nights or a few months.