AFC Accounting Specialist (m/w/d)

at  Prysmian Group

About Prysmian
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, we manufacture thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are over 30.000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
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QUALIFIKATIONEN & ERFAHRUNGEN

Minimum Qualifikationen:

• Abgeschlossenes betriebswirtschaftliches Studium oder eine gleichwertige Qualifikation (z. B. Bilanzbuchhalter [m/w/d]).
• Mindestens 5 Jahre Berufserfahrung in der Buchhaltung, idealerweise in einem mittelständischen Produktions- oder projektorientierten Unternehmen.
• Fundierte Buchhaltungskenntnisse, HGB ist ein Muss.
• Hervorragende SAP-Kenntnisse, einschließlich FI/CO/MM/AA/SD.
• Verhandlungssichere Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse (in Wort und Schrift).
• Sicherer Umgang mit MS Office, insbesondere Excel.
• Erfahrung in der Erstellung und Verwaltung von Anlagen, Berichten für lokale Statistiken sowie in der Abwicklung von Zahlungen und Gehaltsabrechnungen.
• Teamorientierte, strukturierte und lösungsorientierte Arbeitsweise.

Wünschenswerte Fähigkeiten und Erfahrungen

• Kenntnisse in IFRS sind von Vorteil.
• Ausgeprägte Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.
• Interkulturelle Kompetenz und Sensibilität.

Was wir bieten

• Arbeiten für den weltweit größten Kabelhersteller in einem multinationalen Umfeld.
• Ein stabiles und kontinuierlich wachsendes Unternehmen.
• Eine sehr offene und einladende Unternehmenskultur.
• Ein attraktives Gehalt gemäß Tarifvertrag sowie flexible Arbeitszeiten im Rahmen eines Gleitzeitmodells (einschließlich Smart Working-Optionen)
• Individuelle Weiterbildungs- und Aufstiegsmöglichkeiten, sowohl national als auch international.
• Fahrrad-Leasing inklusive Mitarbeiterzuschuss für das erste Fahrrad.
• Verschiedene Aktienprogramme für alle Mitarbeiter.
• Unternehmensfitness mit eGym Wellpass und weitere Corporate Benefits und Rabatte.
• Unterstützung der mentalen Gesundheit durch die ganzheitliche Plattform unseres Partners nilo.health.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed business studies or equivalent qualification (e.g., certification as an accountant [m/f/d]).
• A minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a medium-sized manufacturing or project-driven company.
• Strong accounting knowledge, HGB is a must-have.
• Excellent SAP knowledge, including FI/CO/MM/AA/SD.
• Business fluent German and English skills (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience in creating and managing assets, preparing reports for local statistics, and handling payments and payroll.
• A team-oriented, structured, and solution-oriented way of working.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of IFRS is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills.
• Intercultural awareness and sensitivity.

What we offer

• Work for the largest cable manufacturer in the world in a multinational environment.
• A stable and continuously growing company.
• A very open and welcoming corporate culture.
• An attractive salary in accordance with the collective agreement and flexible working hours in a flexitime system (including smart working options).
• Individual training and promotion opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• Bicycle leasing incl. employee allowance for the first bicycle.
• Various stock programs for all employees.
• Company fitness with egym Wellpass and further corporate benefits (employee discounts).
• Support for mental health through the holistic platform of our partner nilo.health.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our
DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
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OVERALL PURPOSE OF ROLE

She/he will work on general ledger matters related to our operative company in Germany (production and projects). Main tasks are both external (interrelating with the Administrative external provider) and internal (liaising with indoor operative function like HR and liaising/reporting to head quarter/management). This role encompasses a blend of accounting, controlling, and treasury functions.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of Financial Statements: Independent preparation of periodic financial statements in accordance with HGB.
• General & Asset Accounting: Managing general ledger and asset accounting for several group companies, including creating and maintaining assets.
• Financial Process Control: Implementation, documentation, and monitoring of statistics and controls within the financial processes for the internal control system.
• Internal and External Liaison: Acting as the contact person for internal business areas, external auditors, and tax auditors.
• Payments and Payroll: Managing and processing national and international payments, including weekly payment runs and payroll administration.
• Reporting: creating and maintaining local statistics or reports, e.g., for regulatory filings, regional projects, internal controls, or industry-specific surveys.
• Bank Operations: Managing interactions with banks and handling treasury tasks.