Senior Specialist Accounting (f/m/d)

We are the brand for forward-thinkers. We celebrate challenging conventions and shaping the future of electric mobility. We focus on the essentials to bring perfection to customers. We make urban life more enjoyable and entertain our customers with new impulses.

Ever since smart exists, we rewrite the automotive industry’s rulebook. In the 1990s, we undermined the predominant philosophy of ‘bigger is better’ and designed a revolutionary car. Since 2020 we are the first car enterprise that switched to 100% electric! We aim to transform into a leading player in urban premium, electric & connected mobility provider.

Are you a forward thinker too? Then join us now!

About this role

As a Senior Accounting Specialist (f/m/d), you will be responsible for the accurate accounting and reporting for single and group closing in line with IFRS standards. You’ll help shape accounting processes, ensure compliance, and serve as a key point of contact for complex business topics across departments.

Your responsibilities

• Coordination and oversight of month-end closing and group consolidation processes

• Provision of methodological guidance for consolidation procedures
• Preparation of financial reports, including single-entity and consolidated group financial statements
• Handling internal and external reporting requirements for all European legal entities
• Collaboration with external partners and shared service centres in the preparation of local statutory financial statements
• Support for internal and external audits, including liaison with Headquarters in China
• Key accounting contact and partner for cross-functional departments
• Evaluation and application of accounting policies and standards

Operational Tasks

• Serve as a key accounting contact for group consolidation and financial reporting matters
• Define and implement internal accounting controls to ensure high-quality financial closings
• Collaborate closely with the entire accounting team and Headquarter in China
• Actively participate in ongoing projects, including the group consolidation initiative

What you bring along

Education

• Degree in Business Administration or a comparable field
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or a similar qualification is an advantage

Professional Experience

• Several years of experience in audit-related consulting, external auditing, or group accounting
• Experience in a capital market-oriented or automotive company is highly desirable

Knowledge / Functional Expertise

• Strong understanding of international accounting standards, particularly IFRS 10, IFRS 2,  IFRS 15, IFRS 16
• Proficient in SAP and MS Office (especially Excel)

Key Competencies / Soft Skills

• Creative and solution-oriented working style
• Strong communication skills and team player mentality
• Enthusiasm for complex topics and an open, proactive mindset

We're building a workplace where amazing people like you can do their best work. Together with us, you enjoy the agile working atmosphere with cross-European responsibilities.
 
We're creating a culture where personal and professional growth are as important as business growth. Together with us, you will build a diverse and inclusive environment where you feel you belong to.
 
We empower you to have ownership over work