Financial Manager - Germany

Job Title: Regional Financial Manager- GermanyLocation: Hybrid working in Frankfurt, Germany or London, UK (remote working negotiable)Duration: 12-month fixed term contractWorking pattern: Full-Time – 40 hours/weekDepartment: Finance - Control and AssuranceReport to: Sr Regional Financial ControllerThis is a unique opportunity for a German-speaking Financial Controller to join a collaborative, multicultural, and fast-growing international business. Under the guidance and mentorship of an experienced group finance team, the Regional Financial Controller will provide institutional-level assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of ASE’s financial controls. The role involves undertaking work to deliver value-adding improvements to internal controls and governance, thereby protecting the company’s value.This function is pivotal in achieving these objectives, driving effective change, and designing, embedding, and delivering processes to meet both current and future control and assurance needs.Job Responsibilities:1 Financial control, report and auditPrepare and maintain accurate financial records, include prepayments, accruals, depreciation/amortisation, as well as intercompany transactions. Monthly financial reconciliations, ensuring all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled at the end of each month with individual balance properly explained/documented by BD 10 after end of each month Assisting monthly consolidation to provide an insightful information for management reporting, include sub-consolidation where necessary   -Create and maintaining entity and group consolidation templates  -Ensuring compliance with ledger reporting rules setup to ensure uniformity across jurisdiction Support the design and implementation of robust internal controls and streamlined processes to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.Review and provide guidance to both internal teams and external service providers to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to quality standardsMaintain shadow IFRS reporting with guidance from Snr Regional FC Assist with audit process, ensure queries are resolved within a reasonable timeframe with necessary evidence provided Preparation for filing of statutory accounts for both individual entity and consolidated group accounts as per local compliance requirements  2 Taxation Assist with indirect tax matters management, include import/export, VAT returns and associated VAT administrative works, liaise with local tax authority when needed Support Snr Regional FC on local employment taxes matters, include dealing with queries from both internal staff and external stakeholders such as tax authorities   Support filing relevant income tax returns on time for all group companies  3 Other responsibilities Support preparation of SPV accounts for project financing as per hard closing timeline Other local statutory filings, such as commercial register, trade registrations etc. Provide support and training to junior staff and to Treasury, P2P and O2C team members when needed Manage IBV (Independent Bank Verification) entry for all bank accounts, validate new and/or changes prior to system update. Other ad-hoc tasks when required Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other professional accounting qualificationMinimum 4 years of experience in accounting or finance with German GAAP and tax system Fluency in German and EnglishExcellent working knowledge of Excel, Word, OutlookExperience using NetSuite accounting software advantageousKeen eye for detail and analytical skillsExcellent self-organisation skillsProactive work style with ability to work independently and meet tight deadlinesExperience in renewable energy industry is considered a plusRight to work in Germany (if hired in Germany) or the UK (if hired in the UK).What we offer:Competitive salaryBonus Company PensionHealthcare benefitsFlexible/ Hybrid working