FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT – GERMAN SPEAKING SHORT NOTICE A MUST! LUXURY BEAUTY RETAILER £65K Your new company An internationally renowned, listed beauty brand is seeking a German-speaking Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. With a strong global presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a business that’s shaping the future of the beauty industry.

must be able to join within 4 weeks’ noticeReporting into senior finance leadership, you’ll be responsible for financial reporting and compliance across the German entity. You’ll play a key role in month-end and year-end close processes, liaise with auditors, and ensure alignment with both IFRS and US GAAP. This is a mostly remote role, with occasional travel to the London office.

Your new role Key duties include: Oversee day-to-day financial accounting transactions Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting Prepare and submit monthly financial statements in compliance with IFRS and US GAAP Oversee the preparation of the annual statutory accounts and manage the group and local year-end audit processes VAT returns, Corporation Tax, and other local filings Maintain and monitor internal controls and SOX compliance Liaise with external auditors and tax teams Process improvements & ad hoc projects What you'll need to succeed Fluency in German and English Strong experience in financial accounting Solid understanding of IFRS (US GAAP or German GAAP advantageous) Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively Availability to start within 4 weeks What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £65,000 Flexible working with remote-first setup (need to be able to travel into London office occasionally) Opportunity to work with a listed global brand Exposure to international finance operations Supportive and collaborative team culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date CV or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays for more information. 4399668