Senior Accounting Manager

at  Multitude

Multitude is a listed European FinTech company, offering digital lending and online banking services to consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and other FinTechs. The services are provided through three independent business units, which are served by our internal Banking-as-a-Service Growth Platform. Multitude’s business units are consumer banking (Ferratum), business banking (CapitalBox) and wholesale banking (Multitude Bank). Multitude Group employs over 700 people in 25 countries and offers services in 16 countries, achieving a combined turnover of 212 million euros in 2022. Multitude was founded in Finland in 2005 and is listed on the Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘FRU’.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our Finance team in Berlin (to work from home and office). In this position, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our financial transparency and compliance, directly contributing to our reputation and growth.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IFRS and a proven track record in implementing policies, procedures and controls in a fast-paced environment. Structured approach to work and good project management skills are highly valued.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA, CA or CPA qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in IFRS implementation and reporting. In-depth knowledge of financial instruments under IFRS and experience in a public company is a plus, Big 4 experience would be preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts, with the ability to interpret and apply complex accounting standards to real-world scenarios.
• Ability to practically implement IFRS and local GAAPs at legal entity level, while not losing focus of the bigger picture.
• Proven track record in managing month end closing process and implementing policies and procedures. Examples of efficiency gains, cost savings, or successful compliance initiatives are highly valued.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve accounting issues effectively.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex accounting concepts clearly and concisely.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle) is a plus.

• Review and analyze complex financial transactions to ensure compliance with IFRS principles and guidelines, including, but not limited to new products and services launched and M&A transactions.
• Develop, standardize and implement accounting policies and procedures in accordance with both local GAAP and IFRS requirements.
• Lead implementation of IFRS as relevant accounting standard on legal entity level.
• Lead the preparation of financial disclosures and footnotes to the financial statements, ensuring transparency and completeness of information.
• Lead the month end closing process, identify bottlenecks and provide short term and long-term solutions for the improvement of the overall process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business and product, legal and human resources, to address accounting-related issues and align processes and procedures.
• Stay abreast of emerging accounting standards and regulatory changes.
• Provide technical expertise and support to senior management and to finance team members on complex accounting matters and transactions.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of internal controls and policies to support IFRS compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the audit process.