Senior Accountant (m/w/d)

The Zellerfeld Shoe Company is revolutionizing the shoe industry with the world's first 3D printing technology for fully customizable shoes. The Hamburg-based start-up develops and produces shoes that are tailored to the individual foot measurements of its customers, using sustainable and waste-free production methods. Zellerfeld has set itself the goal of bringing 3D-printed shoes to every foot in the world.

• Preparation of monthly, annual, and consolidated financial statements in accordance with HGB and US GAAP
• Consolidation in accordance with US GAAP
• Management of e-commerce accounting processes, including the administration of online payment systems and sales channels
• Optimization of accounting processes, with a focus on efficiency and automation
• Acting as the main contact person for tax consultants, auditors, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the implementation and further development of our ERP system
• Processing international sales tax issues related to e-commerce

• Proven track record in accounting, including the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Strong expertise in German commercial law (HGB) and tax regulations
• Solid experience with international accounting standards (IFRS)
• Strong analytical skills and a passion for building efficient, scalable workflows
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to build relationships across teams and act as a reliable point of contact
• Fluent in English (german favourable)

• International environment with an extremely motivated team that works closely together at all levels
• A international team of passionate engineers and experts developing innovative technologies and challenging the status quo of the footwear industry from over 20 nations
• Flat hierarchies and an environment that is motivated by building up

This position offers the unique opportunity to build the entire accounting function from the ground up in a fast-growing, international start-up. As the first in-house accountant, you will have the chance to shape a scalable finance infrastructure and take accounting to whole new level. (The role provides full ownership, close collaboration with CFO and a clear career path toward a future Head of Accounting position.)