Finance and Accounting Associate | Mitarbeiter*in Finanz- und Rechnungswesen

Theater und Philharmonie Essen GmbH

Essen, Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 2, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves supporting the Finance and Accounting department of Theater und Philharmonie Essen (TUP), one of Germany’s largest theater and concert operations. On a daily basis, you will handle diverse financial tasks including tax matters (VAT, foreign withholding tax), lease accounting for the Aalto Theater and Philharmonie, and ticket sales reconciliation. You will also manage cultural rentals, general ledger bookings, and administrative tasks for the Supervisory Board. The position requires a detail-oriented professional with a background as a tax assistant and strong analytical skills. This is an attractive opportunity to work in a vibrant, international cultural environment with the security of public service benefits (TVöD). The role is initially for one year with a clear option for permanent employment, offering a unique blend of creative atmosphere and structured financial responsibility in the heart of Essen.

Required Skills

Education

Vocational training as a Tax Assistant (Steuerfachangestellte/r) or equivalent qualification in finance/accounting.

Experience

  • Professional experience in tax and accounting services
  • Experience in handling tax declarations and annual financial statement preparation
  • Background in managing accounts receivable and payment monitoring
  • Experience in structured administrative or supervisory board support is preferred

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract with 39 hours per week and an option for extension. Remuneration follows TVöD Entgeltgruppe 9c. Candidates must apply via the online portal by April 30, 2026.