Accounting Expert - Employee Benefits

We are seeking an Accounting Expert with a focus on Employee Benefits to join our General Accounting Team in Berlin. As part of this role, you will combine your accounting knowledge with IT and data expertise to analyse complex issues, conduct independent calculations, and develop reliable and automated solutions for closing and reporting processes.

Responsibilities:

• You will independently assess and account for pension obligations and other long-term personnel and benefit obligations.
• You will review and document complex calculations, postings, delimitations, and evaluations as part of our monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• You will analyse actuarial reports and transfer the results to accounting and internal reporting.
• You will coordinate relevant data and assumptions with colleagues from HR, Payroll, Controlling, Treasury, and Tax, as well as actuaries and auditors.
• You will ensure correct accounting treatment under HGB and IFRS, particularly IAS 19.
• You will develop calculation models for complex issues and perform scenario, sensitivity, and extrapolation calculations.
• You will use Excel macros or comparable IT and data solutions to automate and standardize recurring calculation, control, and reporting processes.
• You will contribute your expertise to cross-functional projects and work with others to further develop our processes.

Qualifications:

• Completed studies, for example, in Business Administration, Economic Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience, for example, in an international company, in accounting, or auditing.
• Very good knowledge of HGB accounting regulations and pronounced knowledge of IFRS standards (particularly IAS 19) as well as basic tax knowledge.
• Sound understanding of actuarial evaluation principles and the accounting impact of relevant parameter changes.
• Pronounced ability to independently design, conduct, verify, and document complex calculations.
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and interest in using data and digital solutions for more efficient accounting processes.
• Good to very good knowledge of SAP (S/4-Fiori, Accounting & Financial Close) and MS Office applications.
• Structured and meticulous working style and enthusiasm for collaboration with different departments.
• Very good German and English language skills in writing and speaking.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and opportunities for training and personal development.
• Flexible options, such as the possibility of working from home.