Senior Accounting & Group Reporting Manager (m/f/d)

Metycle

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

METYCLE is building a B2B online platform to accelerate the global circular flow of secondary metals. We are seeking a Senior Accounting & Group Reporting Manager to shape and professionalize our accounting function as we scale internationally. This role involves ensuring high-quality financial reporting, developing efficient and scalable finance processes across multiple legal entities, and taking ownership of accounting processes under German GAAP (HGB). The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, a pragmatic and entrepreneurial mindset, and experience in a fast-growing scale-up environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in an international scale-up, trading business, or fast-growing SME.
Strong experience with statutory accounting, month-end/year-end closing, group reporting, consolidation processes, and multi-entity accounting.
In-depth knowledge of German GAAP (HGB).
Sound experience in intercompany accounting and accounting across international jurisdictions.
Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., DATEV), Excel, ERP systems, and finance automation initiatives.
Experience with inventory accounting and working capital management, ideally in a trading or inventory-driven environment.
Proven experience coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and international accounting partners.
Ability to improve and scale accounting processes across multiple entities.
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented with a proactive mindset and excellent communication skills.
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving scale-up environment.
Fluent in English.
Ideally located in or near Cologne, Germany, with a valid work permit.

Nice To Haves

Professional accounting certifications are a plus.
Exposure to IFRS is a strong advantage.
Proficiency in German is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for the German entity under German GAAP (HGB) and coordinate international closing processes.
Own the management and group reporting processes and lead the development and implementation of consolidated reporting structures.
Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, funding balances, and settlements across all legal entities.
Coordinate statutory annual financial statements, tax filings, and audits with external advisors.
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and continuously improve accounting policies, documentation, and internal controls.
Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements in collaboration with Tech/Product teams.
Oversee inventory accounting and warehouse reconciliations for international operations.
Act as the go-to subject matter expert for accounting matters and collaborate with tax advisors on tax-related topics.