Financial Accountant
Posted: Oct 13, 2025
Job Description
Please note that this position is based in Berlin, Germany - relocation support is provided if required.THE BEST WORK OF YOUR CAREERTrade Republic is the largest savings platform in Europe - we operate in 17 countries, serving +8 million customers who trusted us with over 100B in assets. But we're striving for more.We have a bold mission to empower everyone to build wealth with easy, safe, and free access to financial systems. You will have the opportunity to grow your career by collaborating with a team of outstanding talents and state of the art technology to build a lasting, positive future for millions.WHAT YOU'LL BE DOINGLead the delivery of high-quality and timely monthly financials and ensure reliable and accurate daily finance operations Champion our operational processes, including e.g. Accruals, Reconciliations, AP / AR and Finance Operations processesAnalytical review of balance sheet and PL, and proposing adjustmentsSupport external audit requirements Guide the team in executing their work routines and take an active and supportive role in new and/ or challenging situationsReport directly to our Financial Accounting Lead and act as main point of contact to other functions e.g. FP&AWhat We're Looking ForAt least 2 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, financial services, audit, tax or a comparable position with some experience in leading individuals / a small teamSelf-driven personality with a "hands-on" approach and high attention to detail - you are able to quickly understand new challenges and structure processes to help your team tackle them efficientlyKnowledge of HGB and IFRS accounting rules, and experience in dealing with an ERP, knowledge of SAP 4HANA would be a great advantageYou are a strong communicator and able to make sure your team is getting all the support it needsExperience in financial services / banking sectors or a fintech startup will be a plusWHY YOU SHOULD APPLY NOWOur culture rewards ownership, excellence, and high energy. We care deeply about outcomes and hold each other accountable - we're here to win and fix one of the largest challenges Europeans face - closing the pension gap and democratising wealth. If this gets you fired up, reach out!We believe it's our team's varied identities and backgrounds that make us sharper and stronger. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected and has equal opportunity to thrive in their careers. For any questions on DEI during the interview process, reach out to your recruitment partner.
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