Accountant

Financial Accountant (Part-Time or Freelance)BM Certification Deutschland GmbH | Hamburg / Stuttgart / Remote (Germany)At BM Certification, we help companies grow responsibly by verifying their compliance, sustainability, and management systems through an Integrity-First Certification approach.Now, our German team is looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Financial Accountant to take ownership of daily accounting operations and ensure financial accuracy across our international network.Your key responsibilitiesInvoice processingIndependently and accurately manage all incoming (AP) and outgoing (AR) invoices on time.BookkeepingMaintain ongoing general ledger entries and ensure proper documentation of all business transactions.PayrollPrepare and review monthly payroll data in collaboration with external service providers and ensure accurate booking of payroll entries.Payments & reconciliationManage payment runs and perform regular reconciliations of bank, supplier, and customer accounts.Reporting supportAssist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB standards.ComplianceEnsure adherence to local tax regulations, VAT requirements, and internal financial procedures.What You BringQualificationCompleted commercial training or degree in Accounting or Finance.ExperienceSeveral years of experience in full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, general ledger, payroll, taxation, bank and account reconciliations, payments, month-end, and year-end closings), preferably in a small or medium-sized company or within an international group structure.KnowledgeSolid understanding of HGB, VAT, and local tax regulations.Technical skillsConfident use of ERP and accounting systems, and proficiency in MS Excel for reconciliations, analysis, and reporting.Analytical thinkingStrong attention to detail with the ability to understand the broader financial context; proactive in identifying discrepancies and proposing process improvements.CommunicationClear and professional communication style; able to collaborate effectively with management and colleagues.LanguagesGerman (written and spoken) and good command of English (working proficiency) to communicate internationally.Work styleReliable, precise, and structured – capable of managing priorities independently while maintaining transparency, accountability, and teamwork.What We OfferCompensation & benefitsCompetitive pay based on experience with flexibility for part-time or freelance arrangements.CultureA supportive and appreciative team culture that values trust, autonomy, and professionalism.TeamWe welcome experienced professionals from all walks of life – whether you’re staying active after retirement or seeking flexible work during parental leave.Work-life balanceFlexible working hours and the option for 100% remote work with a results-oriented “get-the-job-done” approach.LocationOffices located in Hamburg and Stuttgart, or work fully remote – your choice.Interested?If you’d like to play an important role in our financial operations, please send your application including CV, certificates, salary expectation, and earliest start date via LinkedIn or email to info.de@bmcertification.com.