Senior Accountant | Bilanzbuchhalter:in (m/w/d)
Bischöfliches Generalvikariat Aachen
Job Summary
The Diocese of Aachen is seeking a dedicated Senior Accountant to join their Finance Department. In this full-time, permanent role, you will be responsible for preparing annual financial statements according to the German Commercial Code (HGB) for various entities within the diocese. Your day-to-day duties will include performing balance sheet consolidations, ensuring high data quality, preparing tax returns, and generating financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. You will also play a key role in analyzing and optimizing accounting workflows, especially during organizational or technical transitions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who possesses strong analytical skills and a desire to contribute to a values-driven, church-affiliated organization. The role offers a competitive salary structure based on the KAVO pay scale, flexible working hours, mobile work options, and extensive professional development opportunities, making it a unique opportunity for someone looking to combine their accounting expertise with a meaningful, mission-oriented environment.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a Tax Specialist (Steuerfachangestellte:r), a degree as a Diplom-Finanzwirt, a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Tax/Auditing, or equivalent commercial training with a certified qualification as a Bilanzbuchhalter (Accountant).
Experience
- Several years of relevant professional experience as an accountant or senior accountant.
- Professional experience in preparing annual financial statements and tax declarations.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems.
- Experience in analyzing and optimizing organizational accounting workflows.
Languages
Additional
- Must be able to identify with the tasks, goals, and values of the Catholic Church. C1 level German proficiency required. Must submit application via the official online portal.
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