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
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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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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