Head of Accounting (mfd)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Head of Accounting to own Accounting ERP and Compliance for our German entity (GmbH) operating at eye-level with the Head of Finance while also covering selected group-level (Konzern) accounting this key leadership role you will drive accurate financial reporting risk management and process improvement lead and develop a team of 2-3 accounting professionals and support strategic decision-making including group restructuring and financing initiatives.

Your Tasks

Financial Management and Reporting (HGB & Group)

• Oversee the GmbHs HGB-compliant financial records and ensuretimelymonthly quarterly and annual financial statements
• Own selected group-level (Konzern) accounting topics including cross-entity consolidation input group restructuring bookings and intercompany matters spanning multiple entities
• Review intercompany account reconciliation and fixed asset accounting prepared by the team
• Take full responsibility for cash management and bank account setup including all related compliance requirements

Strategic Support and Process Optimization

• Improve ERP (NetSuite) booking processes and ensure a fast month-end close
• Optimizeworkflows and act as system owner forSpendeskand the month-end reconciliation tool
• Bring strong AI affinity to the role and actively drive maximum automation of accounting processes using AI-supported tools
• Evaluate and implement financial software solutions and automation tools
• Develop andmaintainaccounting policies and procedures aligned with German standards
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes providing variance analysis and strategic insights

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with German tax regulations including VAT corporate tax and trade tax filings
• Support external audits tax advisors and regulatory bodies
• Implement andmaintaininternal controls and risk management procedures
• Ensure adherence to data protection regulations (GDPR) in financial processes

Cross-functional & Group Collaboration

• Partner with senior leadership to support strategic business initiatives including corporate restructuring and financing
• Collaborate with international and group finance teams to ensure consistent practices across entities
• Provide financialexpertisefor business development investment decisions and M&A activities
• Support M&A activities and due diligence processes as needed

Your Profile

• BilanzbuchhalterorMasters degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field
• Expert knowledge of HGBand working knowledge of consolidation concepts at group level including tax regulations
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3-5 years in a functional leadership role
• Proficient in running finance ERP systems
• Native/fluent German and business-level Englishproficiency
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling capabilities
• Strong affinity for AI and modern automation tools with a genuine drive to maximize automation in accounting

Must have

• Experience in multinational corporations or German subsidiaries of international companies
• Experience within software/SaaS sector with a solid understanding of license revenue accounting revenue recognition principles and revenue deferrals
• Strong project management and change management skills
• Experience with digital transformation and accounting automation
• Fluent German and English skills

Nice to have

• Experience with NetSuite or other cloud-based ERP systems
• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP for consolidation purposes
• Experience with debt refinancing corporate restructuring or group financing projects

Reasons to become part of AMDT

• Transformative Opportunities & Inclusive Culture: Be part of a dynamic evolving company where growth is encouraged your contributions are valued and where you collaborate and thrive within a diverse supportive community.
• Rewarding Performance: Benefit from a competitive performanceoriented compensation package designed to celebrate your achievements and reward the value you bring.
• Flexible Work Options: Work how you work best remotely hybrid or from ourstate-of-the-artoffice.
• Future Security: We invest in your future contributing 20% towards a comprehensive pension plan.
• Supplementary Health Coverage: Enjoy added security with additional health insurance that supports your wellbeing beyond the basics.
• Corporate Benefits: Take advantage of exclusive discounts on selected brands to enrich your everyday life.
• Continuous Learning: Access Preply for easy language learning supporting your personal and professional growth.
• Celebrating Milestones: Enjoy special bonuses and gifts for significant life events like marriage the birth of a child or your anniversaries with us.

Contact us

If you have any job related questions please get in touch with our recruiting team (Chiara & Dirk) via. Please refer to the job title.

About us

AMDT is the global market and technology leader for versioning and backup solutions in industrial automation. With its octoplant software platform the company secures the automation of production processes through strong end-point management where it consistently records and monitors changes to configurations programming and project statuses in production. This minimizes downtime increases efficiency quality and safety standards and saves costs as well as resources. As a modular solution octoplant can be linked to different automation technologies and devices regardless of the manufacturer.

AMDT was formed in 2022 from the merger of the two established market leaders AUVESY GmbH and MDT Software Inc. The company is headquartered in Landau Pfalz Germany with additional locations in the USA and China. The company works with more than 100 partners on all continents and serves over 3000 customers worldwide

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We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. AMDT maintains a drug-free workplace.

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Director

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1