Senior Accountant

at  RatePAY GmbH

YOUR MISSION

Ratepay is a dynamic and innovative fintech company dedicated to revolutionizing payment solutions in the online retail sector. We empower e-commerce businesses with flexible and secure payment options, allowing them to optimize their revenue streams. As a Senior Accountant (m/f/d), you’ll be a key player in our accounting team, taking ownership of critical financial tasks while collaborating across departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. You’ll also be the go-to expert for both internal and external audits, helping us maintain compliance and excellence.
Tasks

• Independently prepare monthly and annual financial statements (main ledger) with precision and attention to detail according to IFRS and HGB.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT returns, advance VAT returns, recapitulative statements, and other tax returns.
• Take a proactive role in internal and cross-departmental projects, providing your accounting expertise to help drive company initiatives.
• Support day-to-day accounting tasks, contributing to the smooth operation of financial processes.
• Review, verify, and post incoming invoices and other business transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports and analyses and respond to ad hoc financial inquiries from various stakeholders.
• Serve as the key contact for internal and external audit-related queries, ensuring transparency and thoroughness.
  Requirements
  That’s what you bring along

Fluency in German and excellent command of English, ensuring clear communication with internal and external stakeholders

• A completed commercial apprenticeship or training as an Accountant, or an equivalent qualification; the qualification of “Bilanzbuchhalter” is an added advantage.
• Several years of experience in accounting, with additional exposure to project management being a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HGB and IFRS accounting principles, combined with expertise in SAP and MS Office.
• Ideally, you have experience with Navision and a good understanding of German VAT law and other tax laws.
• Passion for accounting and a commitment to contributing to a fast-growing company with enthusiasm and dedication.

A collaborative, team-oriented attitude, along with the ability to work independently and take ownership of your tasks.

• A mindset focused on continuous improvement, service orientation, and going the extra mile to enhance your skills.

Benefits
That’s how working with us will be

Stability & Innovation: Become part of a dynamic fintech company that is transforming the financial industry through innovation and technology.

• Work with a diverse and talented team committed to pushing boundaries and setting new standards.
• We are part of the NEXI Group - one of the biggest financial groups in Europe

Culture & Social: Work with a diverse and talented team (we have 40+ nationalities!) committed to pushing boundaries and setting new standards.

• Collaborate at our brand-new office in the heart of Berlin: enjoy BBQs on our rooftop terrace and connect with colleagues over freshly brewed coffee from our barista coffee machine.
• Experience regular company and team events: monthly free lunch, summer party, all-hands meetings, guest speakers, conferences & events.
• Community Connect – get involved in one of our social projects, as part of our sustainability initiative

Growth: Unlock endless opportunities for professional development and advancement as you drive fintech excellence.

• Buddy Program for language learning: improve your English or German through tandem sessions with your colleagues.
• Access to learning platforms, and if included in your P&D goals, you can attend additional training sessions.
• Personal Development Plans - your career progression is taken seriously with us

Flexibility: We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working options to balance work and family life.

• We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working options to balance work and family life.
• Recharge your batteries by enjoying 28 days of vacation every year
• Become a digital nomad: Work with Ratepay from any EU country for up to 1 month per year.
• Ratepaw Community: Our office has a floor which is dog-friendly. So, bring your pawsome pet to work when needed

Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise and contributions.

• Generous private pension scheme- Ratepay match 100% of your contribution up to 50 Euros per month.
• Flexible benefits - You have a monthly budget of 30 euros to choose between several benefits, for example, public transport subscription, grocery stores voucher, sports clubs, and many others.

Extra Benefits: We provide home office equipment, including screens and keyboards, to ensure you have the right setup when working from home.

• Access to a corporate benefits platform where employees can get great discounts and offers for a range of online shops and activities.
• Take part with your colleagues in company sponsored sport events or attend one of our employee organized fitness sessions.

Equal Opportunities & Diversity
We value our diversity and welcome everyone to our team. Regardless of ethnic and social background, religious beliefs, worldview, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental limitations, age, marital status, educational background and nationality.
With over 250 employees and 40 different nationalities, we take our values seriously. These include; ownership, growth, integrity, collaboration, customer centricity and inclusion