Financial Specialist
As a member of the finance team of the German subsidiary of a Chinese battery company, you will be responsible for daily accounting operations, monthly closing, tax and compliance matters, financial reporting, and cash management. You will work closely with local tax advisors, auditors, and the headquarters in China to ensure that the subsidiary’s financial operations comply with German laws and regulations as well as the Group’s financial management requirements.
We are looking for a candidate with solid accounting and finance knowledge, strong German and English communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
Experience： Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Daily Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Handle daily accounting activities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense reimbursements, bank transactions, and general ledger activities.
- Process supplier invoices, customer invoices, payment requests, and related accounting documents, ensuring accurate, complete, and timely records.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including account reconciliations, balance analysis, and preparation of financial statements.
- Support the day-to-day maintenance of financial systems and management of financial data.
- Assist with German VAT matters, including invoice compliance checks, reconciliation of input and output VAT, and preparation of VAT return documentation.
- Work with local tax advisors on tax filings, annual financial statements, tax audits, and other statutory compliance requirements.
- Organize and maintain accounting records, contracts, invoices, and other statutory documentation to ensure proper traceability.
- Monitor relevant changes in German tax and accounting requirements and report updates to the finance manager.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports, and related financial analyses in accordance with Group requirements.
- Assist with reconciliations and reporting adjustments between German statutory accounting requirements under HGB and Group reporting requirements.
- Maintain regular communication with the finance team at headquarters in China and provide financial data, business analysis, and supporting documentation in a timely manner.
- Support budgeting, budget tracking, cost analysis, and expense control.
- Assist with daily cash receipts and disbursements, bank reconciliations, payment scheduling, and cash flow forecasting.
- Review payments and expense reimbursements in accordance with Company approval procedures and internal control requirements.
- Support internal and external audits as well as Group financial reviews by providing the required documentation.
- Identify potential risks in daily finance processes and recommend improvements.
5.Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Administration, Human Resources, Supply Chain, and other departments of the German subsidiary on daily financial matters.
- Support financial documentation, intercompany transactions, and reconciliations related to cross-border business between Germany and China.
- Perform other reasonable finance-related duties assigned by the finance manager.
1.Education
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking, or a related field.
- Candidates with accounting or finance education in Germany, elsewhere in Europe, or China are welcome. Familiarity with German accounting practices is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or a related role.
- Experience in German companies, European subsidiaries, or multinational organizations is preferred.
- Practical knowledge of daily accounting, monthly closing, invoice processing, bank reconciliation, and basic financial reporting is required.
- Experience in tax consult agent is an advantage.
- German: At least B2 proficiency, with the ability to handle routine finance-related communication, understand German tax and accounting documents, and communicate with local tax advisors and suppliers.
- English: At least B2 proficiency, with the ability to write business emails, prepare financial reports, and communicate effectively across departments.
- Chinese language proficiency is an advantage, particularly for a role involving regular coordination with headquarters in China.
- Good working knowledge of German accounting and tax fundamentals, including the German Commercial Code (HGB) and VAT regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data organization, reconciliation, analysis, and reporting.
- Experience with SAP, DATEV, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, or other ERP/accounting systems is preferred.
- Strong numerical aptitude, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and document management skills.
- High standards of professional integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and teamwork.
What We Offer
- Career development opportunities and a stable working environment in Germany.
- The opportunity to contribute to the European business development and finance operations of a Chinese battery company.
- An international working environment with close collaboration between headquarters in China and local German teams.
- Compensation and benefits commensurate with responsibilities, experience, and qualifications.
- Provide in-house professional training and career development support based on business needs.
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