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Expert (all genders) - Group Accounting & Consolidation (Berlin, BE, DE)

@ KWS
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Berlin, Berlin, Germany
€7k/moOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:consolidating group, coordinating closing, preparing IFRS
Requirements Summary:Several years of experience in group consolidation and accounting; consolidation tools (Tagetik preferred; SAP ECCS asset); IFRS knowledge; English fluent; German a plus.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Tagetik, SAP ECCS, SAP, MS Office
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Step into a key role within our dynamic Global Finance & Controlling Team at KWS Berlin GmbH as an Expert (all genders) - Group Accounting & Consolidation.


 




In this exciting position, you will drive high-impact group accounting and consolidation activities in an international business environment, contributing directly to financial transparency, strategic decision-making, and the continued success of a globally operating organization. 


 




As part of this exciting assignment from today until October 2027 (fixed-term maternity cover), you will have the opportunity to bring your expertise to a highly professional and collaborative environment while actively shaping key financial processes on a global level.  


 




If you are passionate about finance excellence and thrive in fast-paced international settings, we look forward to getting to know you 




 




 


 


Your tasks:


 



  • Actively support the implementation and rollout of the new group consolidation tool Tagetik

  • Perform quarterly and annual group consolidations in the consolidation system (Tagetik) and support on transition / change management during go-live

  • Ensure accurate elimination of intercompany balances and transactions

  • Manage consolidation entries, including equity investments, mergers, disposal, business combinations and foreign currency translation

  • Coordinate and support group-wide closing activities

  • Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS and preparing group notes as well as ad-hoc analysis

  • Develop and perform quality reviews of financial statements and reporting packages

  • Document and improving of accounting-related processes and procedures






 


 


 


 


Your profile: 


 





  •  Preferably, you have an academic degree with a focus on accounting/auditing or another international accountants’ certificate

  • Several years of experience in the field of group consolidation / group accounting

  • Must-have: operational experience with consolidation tools (Tagetik is preferred; SAP ECCS an asset)

  • Sound knowledge of consolidation principles and IFRS 

  • IT literacy in SAP and MS Office applications

  • Experience in terms of process optimization or system implementations is an asset

  • Excellent command of English; German as a plus 




 




 


 


 


 


Our offer:


 



  • We are an international team with diverse and cross-functional experiences shared by open-minded people

  • Best of both worlds: KWS Berlin combines the security of a big, stable company with the passion of a start-up

  • As a family-backed company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight and independence; this culture is lived in practice creating an open and friendly working atmosphere from day one

  • Our location in the heart of Berlin Schöneberg is very modern, directly opposite of a metro station and with secure car & bike parking facilities

  • We offer 30 days of holiday, time account, flexible working hours, additional payment for holidays and Christmas, JobRad and/or financial support with the public transport ticket

  • Following our motto “Make yourself grow”, we support employees’ professional and personal development with individual training measures 






 



 

 


 


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