Accountant

Accountant

Location: Hof- Hybrid

An opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join a specialist engineering and manufacturing business developing advanced high-frequency electronic assemblies, RF subsystems and microwave technologies for customers across industrial, scientific, communications and government sectors worldwide.

The organisation designs, develops and manufactures highly engineered products in-house, combining research, design, testing and production capabilities under one roof. With a long-established international customer base and continued investment in engineering and manufacturing capability, the business offers a stable and collaborative environment with exposure to both local and international operations.

This role is suited to a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the full financial accounting function within a technically focused manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance and management information to support business decision-making.

Main Responsibilities of the Accountant Hof- Hybrid):

• Independently manage the full financial accounting function using Microsoft Dynamics NAV
• Process, monitor and oversee domestic and international payment transactions
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP (HGB)
• Support international group reporting requirements and statutory submissions
• Produce financial reports for local and international stakeholders
• Perform financial analysis, controlling activities and management reporting
• Monitor investments, depreciation, accruals and provisions
• Coordinate annual audits and act as a key contact for auditors, tax advisors and external authorities
• Ensure compliance with German accounting, tax and regulatory requirements
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting structures and internal controls

Requirements of the Accountant Hof- Hybrid):

• Successfully completed vocational training or a degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related discipline
• Qualifications such as Steuerfachangestellter, Steuerfachwirt, Bilanzbuchhalter or equivalent highly desirable
• Several years of accounting experience with responsibility for financial reporting and statutory compliance
• Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and German tax regulations
• Experience preparing monthly, quarterly and annual accounts
• Experience with international transactions and multi-currency accounting beneficial
• Proficiency with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities
• Structured, self-motivated and detail-oriented approach to work
• Good English communication skills for collaboration within an international organisation

Working Pattern & Benefits:

• Hybrid working arrangement based in Hof
• Flexible working hours
• High degree of autonomy and ownership within the accounting function
• Exposure to both local and international financial reporting activities
• Opportunity to join a growing international engineering and manufacturing business
• Professional development and long-term career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension-related benefits and employee perks

To apply for this Accountant role based in Hof, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana: (url removed)

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