Accountant

Accountant

Location: Hof- Hybrid

An opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join a specialist engineering and manufacturing business developing advanced high-frequency electronic assemblies, RF subsystems and microwave technologies for customers across industrial, scientific, communications and government sectors worldwide.

The organisation designs, develops and manufactures highly engineered products in-house, combining research, design, testing and production capabilities under one roof. With a long-established international customer base and continued investment in engineering and manufacturing capability, the business offers a stable and collaborative environment with exposure to both local and international operations.

This role is suited to a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the full financial accounting function within a technically focused manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance and management information to support business decision-making.

Main Responsibilities of the Accountant Hof- Hybrid):

Independently manage the full financial accounting function using Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Process, monitor and oversee domestic and international payment transactions
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP (HGB)
Support international group reporting requirements and statutory submissions
Produce financial reports for local and international stakeholders
Perform financial analysis, controlling activities and management reporting
Monitor investments, depreciation, accruals and provisions
Coordinate annual audits and act as a key contact for auditors, tax advisors and external authorities
Ensure compliance with German accounting, tax and regulatory requirements
Support continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting structures and internal controls

Requirements of the Accountant Hof- Hybrid):

Successfully completed vocational training or a degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related discipline
Qualifications such as Steuerfachangestellter, Steuerfachwirt, Bilanzbuchhalter or equivalent highly desirable
Several years of accounting experience with responsibility for financial reporting and statutory compliance
Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and German tax regulations
Experience preparing monthly, quarterly and annual accounts
Experience with international transactions and multi-currency accounting beneficial
Proficiency with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and strong Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities
Structured, self-motivated and detail-oriented approach to work
Good English communication skills for collaboration within an international organisation

Working Pattern & Benefits:

Hybrid working arrangement based in Hof
Flexible working hours
High degree of autonomy and ownership within the accounting function
Exposure to both local and international financial reporting activities
Opportunity to join a growing international engineering and manufacturing business
Professional development and long-term career progression opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package including pension-related benefits and employee perks

To apply for this Accountant role based in Hof, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana: (url removed)

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed