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Leafworks - Zendesk's DACH Partner of the year

Financial & Payroll Accountant (m/f/d)

Leafworks - Zendesk's DACH Partner of the year, Germantown, Ohio, United States

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Overview

Knots, Till Freitag and Leafworks are dynamic and innovative companies specializing in the development of modern solutions for the digital workplace. With a strong focus on high performance, internationality and remote work, we are looking for an exceptional personality to actively shape and strategically develop our teams and our corporate culture. We’re looking for an

Accountant with 3+ years of experience

who combines solid accounting skills with a forward-looking mindset. You’ll be responsible for core accounting tasks such as payroll, accounting operations, and optimizing accounting processes. Responsibilities

Manage

day-to-day accounting operations , including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), reconciliations, and reporting. Oversee

payroll and salaries , ensuring compliance with

social security, insurance, and other statutory obligations . Support

monthly, quarterly, and annual closings , ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Ensure compliance with

local accounting standards

(German GAAP / HGB, IFRS, etc.). Collaborate cross-functionally to

integrate accounting processes

with other business systems and tools. Explore and analyze

data-driven financial insights , proactively suggesting areas for process and cost optimization. Identify and implement

automation opportunities

to streamline accounting workflows, leveraging digital and AI-driven solutions. Take initiative on

forward-looking financial projects , such as financial planning, public funding, or investment opportunities, once core processes are automated. Qualifications

Must have:

Formal accounting education or certification. Minimum of

3+ years of professional accounting experience in a German company / ecosystem , including HGB knowledge and hands-on experience. Language skills:

Native German and fluent English. Solid experience with:

Salaries, social security, insurance contributions, and other statutory obligations Accounting operations (AP/AR, reconciliations, financial reporting) Year-end accounting processes and reporting standards

Hands-on

DATEV

experience. Analytical, detail-oriented, and structured working style. Self-starter with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Proven track record in

optimizing accounting processes , ideally using IT solutions, automation, or digital tools. Awareness of automation opportunities in accounting and interest in working with

AI-driven financial tools .

Nice to have:

Experience with

ERP systems

such as SAP FI/CO, Oracle, Navision, Dynamics, etc. Knowledge of or experience with

SQL

and

Python

is a huge advantage for this role. Familiarity with

Billomat . Background in

financial planning, public funding, or investment processes . Experience with Stripe.

Impact

Have an impact by shaping the company’s operational backbone and collaborating across teams to integrate accounting with other business systems. Explore data-driven insights and optimization opportunities to improve processes and costs. Identify automation opportunities and leverage digital tools to enhance efficiency. Why CXA

We offer a fast-moving, remote-first environment with autonomy and a culture of trust. We are international and multicultural, emphasizing people over background and qualifications. Remote work with the necessary equipment provided and flexible working hours. Opportunities for further qualifications, training, and long-term collaboration. Regular exchanges and feedback to stay connected and transparent. Sounds cool? Great, then just send us your CV. We don’t need a cover letter!

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