Your responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures. Review entries prepared by team members.
• Supervise the processing of invoices, payments, and receipts. Review and approve vendor payments and customer invoices. Provide guidance on resolving complex issues and discrepancies.
• Together with external tax advisors manage the preparation and filing of VAT returns, tax filings, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Evaluate internal control system to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Recommend improvements where necessary to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process and ad hoc project audits.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve efficiency and implement bets practices.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and training as needed. Review their work for accuracy and completeness.
• Act as primary contact with external tax advisors and accountants.

Your skills & knowledge

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance Management, or related field. CPA or similar certification preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles including supervisory capacity. Experience with German accounting principles and tax regulations is a must.
• Experience in Big Four audit and/or assurance department is considered a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (e.g. DATEV, NETSUITE, similar ERPsystems). In-depth knowledge of German GAAP and familiarity with tax regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large and complex financial dataset.
• Native German speaker (or full professional capacity) with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, management, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated team leadership abilities, with experience in supervising and developing accounting team members.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity in handling confidential financial information and adhering to company policiesand regulations.

What we offer

• We are a “Remote First” company, hiring in Germany, France and Spain.
• The possibility to join offices in various locations around Europe.
• Your personal equipment and a one-time surcharge for furnishing your home office.
• 30 days of vacation & flexible working hours
• Yearly bonus and our employee recognition programme
• Straight forward internal communication, non-hierarchical structure, and freedom to operate with autonomy.
• A large and vibrant network in the healthcare sector, with exposure to high-level and senior rep-resentatives from key players and influencers.
• The opportunity to work on critical projects of European interest, contributing to improving the lives of citizens and patients.

Application process

• EIT Health applies a policy of equal opportunities and accepts applications without discrimination on any grounds.
• Applications should consist of a cover letter and a full curriculum vitae.
• Please include the following in the cover letter: introduction, your motivations for applying for the position, your earliest start date, and your salary expectations. 
• Applications via our careers page only.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the right candidate is identified. The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

About us

EIT Health, a Knowledge and Innovation Community (KIC) under the umbrella of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), is focused on supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and education, to promote healthy living, support active ageing and improve healthcare. EIT Health brings together leading organisations along the entire value chain – smaller companies, larger industry, excellent academic and research institutions, and public sector organisations. Together we work toward a healthier Europe by removing barriers to innovation, promoting talent and education, leveraging enabling technologies and exploiting big data. EIT Health has Central Offices in Munich and develops activities across a network of regional Innovation Hubs in Paris, Barcelona, Rotterdam, Stockholm and Vienna. In addition, the InnoStars office in Budapest involves Partners from Hungary, Poland, Portugal and Italy. EIT Health includes more than 150 partners.