Accountant / Buchhalter:in (m/w/d) at Ververica GmbH

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bookkeeping, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, VAT Returns, German GAAP (HGB), EU VAT Law, SAP Business One, MS Excel, Financial Close, Account Reconciliations, Tax Audits, English Fluency, German Fluency

Industry

Software Development

Description

We're looking for a structured, reliable Accountant (all genders welcome) to take ownership of our day-to-day accounting. This is a hands-on role covering ongoing bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, and the preparation of VAT returns. You'll report directly to our Director of Accounting & Finance, who owns overall responsibility for accounting, our ERP system (SAP), and financial close. This position is a great fit if you enjoy precise, detail-driven work, like running tasks independently, and want to support a growing, international SaaS business. What you'll do Independently manage ongoing bookkeeping under German GAAP (HGB) for German and international entities Handle accounts receivable and payable: invoicing, payments, and collections Support monthly close, including accruals, deferrals, and account reconciliations Prepare and file VAT returns and other tax filings (e.g. EC Sales Lists, OSS) Support year-end close, tax audits, and collaboration with auditors and tax advisors Help optimise and digitise processes within the SAP ERP system Coordinate with other teams (e.g. Procurement, Legal, Controlling) A completed commercial apprenticeship plus certification as a Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK) and/or a comparable qualification, e.g. a relevant degree (Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting) At least 3 years of accounting experience in the IT/software/cloud sector; experience in an international setting is a plus Strong knowledge of German commercial law (HGB) and EU VAT law Experience with accruals, reconciliations, VAT, and supporting year-end close and audits Confident with accounting software (SAP Business One) and MS Excel; experience with Google Sheets and other tools is a plus Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable, as well as working with tax advisors and auditors, is a plus A careful, structured, and self-directed way of working Fluent German and excellent written and spoken English (English is our company language) Eligibility to work in Spain A role with real responsibility, where you'll have a direct hand in shaping how we work A fast-paced, international environment in an innovative tech company Flexible hours and the option to work hybrid Modern tools (SAP, Power BI, AI, and more) A friendly, international team with a flat structure and open, honest communication

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts receivable, and payable under German GAAP for international entities. Prepare VAT returns and support monthly and year-end financial closing processes within the SAP ERP system.