Senior Accountant | Bilanzbuchhalter:in (m/w/d)
Bischöfliches Generalvikariat Aachen
Job Summary
The Diocese of Aachen is seeking a dedicated Senior Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) to join their Finance Department. In this full-time, permanent role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate financial accounting according to both commercial principles and church-specific regulations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include preparing annual financial statements (HGB) for various entities, handling balance sheet consolidations, and managing tax filings, including VAT returns. You will also be responsible for maintaining high data quality by overseeing upstream and downstream organizational units and optimizing financial workflows during organizational changes. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in tax and commercial law who is looking to contribute to a values-driven organization. The role offers a competitive salary structure, comprehensive benefits including mobile working options, and significant opportunities for professional development within a stable, mission-oriented environment.
Required Skills
Education
Completed professional training as a Tax Clerk (Steuerfachangestellte:r), Tax Specialist (Diplom-Finanzwirt), or a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Taxation, or Auditing. Must hold a certified qualification as a 'Geprüfter Bilanzbuchhalter'.
Experience
- Several years of relevant professional experience as a Senior Accountant or similar financial role.
- Proven experience in preparing annual financial statements according to German Commercial Code (HGB).
- Experience in managing tax obligations and reporting for diverse organizational structures.
- Professional experience in optimizing financial workflows and supporting organizational change processes.
Languages
Additional
- Identification with the tasks, goals, and values of the Catholic Church is required. Candidates must be eligible to work in Germany.
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