Financial Accountant

Who you are

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA, Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK), Steuerberater (StB), or equivalent)
• You have minimum of 3 years of progressive professional experience in accounting in multi entity, high growth Saas/tech environment
• You have knowledge of local accounting regulations as well as knowledge of EMEA VAT
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
• You are fluent in English. (Business proficiency in German or Spanish is a plus)
• Familiarity with Workday financials would be considered an advantage
• Experience in leveraging modern automation platforms (eg Floqast or Blackline) and generative AI tools to streamline and automate accounts payable processes
• Proactive, self-starting mindset — comfortable in evolving/undefined processes and stepping outside comfort zone
• Strong communicator who collaborates well cross-functionally
• Detail-oriented, structured, and takes ownership — thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What the job involves

• Our Accounts Payable function is evolving fast, and as a Financial Accountant (m/f/d) – Accounts Payable on the Core Accounting team, you'll be right at the center of that transformation
• From driving automation to partnering with cross-functional teams on high-impact projects, you'll help build and transform the cross regional AP function at Personio
• Own end-to-end accounts payable tasks in the preparation of month-end and year-end closings according to local GAAP, reconciliation of general ledger and sub-ledger accounts, including but not limited to supplier accruals, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Process supplier invoices, reconcile open items, and manage communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders, acting as the main driver for automating and optimizing this process
• Represent Accounts Payable on cross-functional projects — including P2P and other initiatives as they arise — driving process optimization and digitalization
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reporting to support quality assurance and generate insights for management
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, tax consultants, and external auditors
• Support other accounting topics when necessary (eg. payroll and fixed asset accounting)
• Handle ad-hoc requests and tasks as required

Benefits

• Receive a competitive reward package – reevaluated each year – that includes salary, benefits, and pre-IPO equity
• Enjoy 28 days of paid vacation, plus an additional day after 2 and 4 years (because we love what we do, but we also love vacation!)
• Make an impact on the environment and society with Impact Days
• Receive generous family leave, child support, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities with PersonioCares
• Connect with your fellow Personios at regular company and team events like All Company Culture Week and local year-end celebrations
• Engage in a high-impact working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Find your best way to work with our office-led, and remote-friendly PersonioFlex!