Accounting Specialist – General Ledger (m/f/d) at PTV Logistics

Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Ledger Accounting, Financial Statement Preparation, HGB, IFRS, ERP Systems, Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Analysis, P&L Analysis, Intercompany Transactions, English Proficiency, SAP Business by Design, Vena

Industry

Software Development

Description

Your mission You support the efficient and high-quality execution of general ledger accounting as part of an international accounting team. You independently handle all general ledger postings for several international entities. You are responsible for posting accruals, provisions, intercompany transactions, and other general ledger entries in compliance with legal requirements and internal guidelines. You serve as a point of contact for internal departments and external partners regarding inquiries related to postings, reconciliations, and balance sheet items. You analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts, identify discrepancies, and support the implementation of appropriate measures to ensure financial data quality. You assist in the continuous improvement of processes, policies, and internal controls within the general ledger function. You actively contribute to the optimization and automation of our GL processes, as well as the implementation and further development of ERP systems and reporting tools. You support the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB and IFRS – especially in report creation, account reconciliation, and documentation of balance sheet items. You work closely with internal departments (e.g. AR/AP team, Controlling, Group Accounting, Tax, Treasury) and with external partners such as auditors. You ensure that all your activities in the General Ledger area comply with legal requirements, corporate policies, and compliance standards. You report to the Team Lead General Ledger. Your profile You have successfully completed a degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field – ideally with a focus on Finance, Accounting, or Controlling. You have several years of professional experience in general ledger accounting in an international environment. You bring solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and relevant accounting and tax regulations. You are experienced in working with ERP systems and reporting tools – knowledge of SAP Business by Design, Vena, or comparable systems is a plus. You have an analytical, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work, combined with strong numerical skills. You possess excellent English language skills, both written and spoken; additional languages such as German, Dutch, or French are a plus. You enjoy working in a team, take initiative, and are known for your accuracy and strong sense of responsibility. Why us? Here you can find our benefits: PTV Logistics Employees Benefits | PTV Logistics Further information Contact Person Magdalena Riffault Senior Talent Acquisition Partner About us PTV Logistics - a leading global software company for transportation logistics! We calculate and optimize route planning for logistics companies with record-breaking algorithms to maximize time and cost savings. With more than 40 years of experience, we help to put theory into practice! Interested? Then take a look at our website: https://www.ptvlogistics.com/en

Responsibilities

The role involves managing general ledger postings, accruals, and intercompany transactions for international entities. It also includes analyzing financial accounts, supporting monthly and annual financial statements, and optimizing GL processes.