Accountant (m/f/d), Germany focus - Remote (Europe)
Key Skills
Job Description
Helios Software Group is looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated Accountant to join our growing finance team. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day accounting of our German operations.
Helios is part of Valsoft Corporation, an international group that acquires and grows vertical market software businesses. As part of Valsoft, you’ll benefit from the stability of a large group while working in a hands-on, entrepreneurial team.
You will report toDirector of Finance/ Head of Finance and work closely with the wider finance team. This is a fully remote role open to candidates located in Europe.
What your day will look like:
- Support month-end and year-end close for our German entities, including journal entries and accounting analysis.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and support their review.
- Follow up with vendors on missing invoices and prepare cost accruals for the P&L review.
- Process payments and bank transfers, and make sure approvals are in place.
- Reconcile intercompany transactions.
- Prepare German VAT filings (Umsatzsteuervoranmeldung, Zusammenfassende Meldung) and support payroll tax filings (Lohnsteuer-Anmeldung) together with our payroll provider and tax advisor.
- Support the annual financial statements under HGB, statutory audits and tax filings.
- Help make sure key controls and procedures are followed. Where processes or ledgers are messy or out of date, help clean them up and put proper structures in place.
- Prepare financial KPIs and reporting for the finance team, and check them for accuracy.
- Support the monthly variance analysis of actuals against budget and forecast.
- Work closely with the finance team on daily operations, reporting and special projects.
About you:
- At least 3 years of accounting experience, with hands-on experience in German accounting (HGB) and German tax requirements.
- Experience in the software / SaaS industry.
- Multi-currency or multi-entity experience is a plus.
- Solid understanding of accrual accounting.
- A professional qualification in accounting or bookkeeping is an asset.
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel. NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Detail-oriented and diligent. You take accuracy seriously and your work is reliable.
- Not afraid of cleaning things up. You enjoy bringing order to messy ledgers, open items and old processes.
- Self-motivated. You work independently in a remote setup, take ownership and act on your own initiative.
- A team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues and communicates proactively, even remotely.
- Curious and quick to learn new systems, with the wish to grow and take on more responsibility over time.
- Fluent German and English (written and spoken).
- Based in Europe and authorized to work in your country of residence. Being located in or near Berlin is a plus.
Core Responsibilities
The accountant will manage day-to-day accounting for German operations, including month-end closes, VAT filings, and financial reporting. They will also support statutory audits, maintain accurate ledgers, and collaborate with the finance team on variance analysis and special projects.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 3 years of accounting experience with specific knowledge of German HGB and tax requirements. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and fluency in both German and English are required.
About Valsoft Corporation
Industry: Financial Services
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
As a leading player in vertical market software (VMS), Valsoft combines industry expertise with a unique buy-and-hold investment philosophy, managing a growing portfolio of companies that benefit from decentralized leadership and operational autonomy. We actively support our businesses, guiding them in their growth and evolution into market leaders. Headquartered in Montreal with a global presence, Valsoft is committed to building a legacy of excellence by prioritizing sustainable growth and operational efficiency. Our long-term vision, driven by entrepreneurial spirit and disciplined execution, ensures we create lasting value for our portfolio companies, their customers, and the industries they serve. For more information, visit valsoftcorp.com. - En tant qu'acteur de premier plan dans le domaine des logiciels pour marchés verticaux (LMV), Valsoft allie expertise sectorielle et une philosophie d'investissement unique axée sur l'acquisition et la conservation. Nous gérons un portefeuille croissant d'entreprises qui bénéficient d'un leadership décentralisé et d'une autonomie opérationnelle. Nous soutenons activement nos entreprises en les accompagnant dans leur croissance et leur évolution en leaders de leur secteur. Basée à Montréal et présente à l'échelle mondiale, Valsoft s'engage à bâtir un héritage d'excellence en priorisant la croissance durable et l'efficacité opérationnelle. Notre vision à long terme, portée par un esprit entrepreneurial et une exécution rigoureuse, nous permet de créer une valeur durable pour nos entreprises, leurs clients et les industries qu'elles desservent. Pour plus d'informations, visitez valsoftcorp.com.