Accountant HGB / IFRS role at Grynia Consulting GmbH in Cologne supporting international financial reporting. Responsible for preparing financial statements and coordinating with auditors.
About the role
- Accountant managing corporate accounting processes for a leading multinational packaging company. Involves working with financial reports and external CPAs, along with SAP usage.
Responsibilities
- Manage core corporate accounting processes, including A/P, A/R, general ledger, inventory, fixed assets, and related accounting records
- Support and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
- Maintain cost accounting records, including inventory costing, standard vs. actual cost analysis, and basic variance analysis
- Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, ensuring data integrity across systems
- Coordinate with external CPAs for year-end close, financial reviews, and general accounting support
- Review financial reports and supporting schedules to identify inconsistencies, unusual balances, or missing information
- Create clear checklists and follow-up questions to validate accounting data and resolve open items
- Document accounting processes and prepare concise internal notes to support audits and financial reviews
- Actively use SAP for daily accounting activities, reporting, and data validation
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and confidentiality requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in corporate or operational accounting
- Hands-on experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and fixed assets
- Working knowledge of SAP (required); experience with cost or inventory modules is a strong plus
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes
- Experience working with external CPAs or auditors in a support or coordination capacity
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and data gaps
- Clear written communication skills, with the ability to produce organized documentation and checklists
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Professional judgment in handling confidential financial information
Benefits
- PTO
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with a match
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