Head of Accounting (m/f/x)
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Lead and scale Scalable Capital’s Accounting function, covering German GAAP (HGB/RechKredV) and IFRS requirements
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Design, standardize, and automate accounting processes across existing and new workstreams to improve efficiency, quality, and control
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Own and drive cross-functional accounting projects, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g., auditors, tax advisors), and continuously improve the accounting process landscape
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Take end-to-end responsibility for the monthly and annual close, including monthly tax reporting and support for related reporting requirements
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Contribute to the design of booking logic and posting patterns within our in-house core banking system, ensuring accurate and scalable accounting treatment
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Extensive experience in financial accounting under German GAAP (HGB) and in handling tax-related matters
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Proven hands-on experience in preparing (consolidated) annual financial statements and managing the external audit process
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Solid knowledge of tax-relevant accounting topics, e.g., VAT and related reporting requirements.
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Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a structured, precise working style and strong problem-solving skills
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Business-fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
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Be part of one of the fastest-growing and most visible Fintech startups in Europe, creating innovative services that have a substantial impact on the lives of our customers
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Work with an international, diverse, inclusive, and ever-growing team that loves creating the best products for our clients
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Be productive with the latest hardware and tools
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Learn and grow by joining our in-house knowledge sharing or career development sessions and spending your individual Education Budget
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Learn and experience German culture first hand by joining our free German language classes
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International relocation support is provided if required
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Opportunity to work from abroad
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Benefit from an attractive compensation package and from the company pension scheme
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Monthly contribution of 50% for the ‘Deutschland Jobticket’
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Say goodbye to order commissions and say hello to your complimentary subscription of Scalable Capital's PRIME+ Broker
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Enjoy flexible and discounted sports activities with Urban Sports Club
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