Senior Accountant - Berlin, Hybrid (f/m/d)

Our mission is to digitalize the people photography industry.

We are dedicated to making photographers’ lives easier and more efficient. We provide an end-to-end workflow and e-commerce solution enabling photographers to digitalize key parts of their workflow - from photo management to payment, combined with a user-friendly platform. Making them more successful and spending more time behind the lens!

Since 2012, our journey has been filled with an entrepreneurial spirit, witnessing countless success stories that prove our sustainable business model works and is profitable.

We’re building a tight-knit ecosystem where everyone can thrive – including you! Join our team of 170+ talented individuals and be part of our journey to empower photographers like never before!

Your mission

GotPhoto is looking for an enthusiastic Senior Accountant to join our Accounting Team to support the financial integrity and efficiency of the organization by accurately maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing timely and precise reporting.

This is a hybrid position: We would appreciate if you are located in or around Berlin and be able to commute to our office 1-2 times/week.

We have legal entities in Germany (Fotografen Online Service GmbH) and in the US (GotPhoto Inc).

Responsibilities

• Accounting and Cash Management: You support our departments with GotPhoto Accounting functions, including invoicing and payment. You monitor system transactions and support technical integration.
• Month/Year End Closings: You manage our Month End and Year End Closings by gaining expertise in Group Accounting and reconciliations.
• Day-to-Day Tasks: You manage incoming invoices, expense tools, organize pre-accounting, reconciliations, and support resolving issues with interfaces and ports.
• Collaboration and Support: You engage in cross-functional projects involving tech, payment, and accounting teams. Mentor new hires on pre-accounting processes.

• Experience & Skills: You have professional knowledge of HGB and US GAAP and are very proficient in booking in common Accounting systems (e.g. DATEV)
• Tax Knowledge: You have an understanding VAT schemes.
• Problem-Solving & Communication: You have strong problem-solving skills, proactive issue resolution, and effective communication with cross-functional teams.
• Core Competencies: You have attention to detail, strategic thinking, collaboration, and awareness of compliance and regulatory standards.
• Languages: Your language skills are sufficient to communicate effectively in German and English in a business environment.

• Our culture: Yes, this may sound cheesy - but our eNPS of 47+ speaks for itself and the collaborative and open work environment we’ve created. We have a bi-annual review process and a strong feedback culture to ensure your growth.
• Hybrid Work: We operate in a flexible hybrid model, combining the best of both worlds (you can find us at Hausvogteiplatz in Berlin).
• Work from Abroad: We support you in working from almost anywhere, allowing up to 40 days outside your home country.
• Generous Leave Policy: Our minimum is 26 days, with an “unlimited policy” to help you balance work and life. Plus, the 24th and 31st of December are considered half working days.
• Health & Wellbeing: We offer a discounted membership to the Urban Sports Club to support your wellbeing.
• Learning & Development: You'll receive an annual learning budget of 500 EUR, which can be increased to 1,000 EUR. If you want to improve your German or English, we have you covered with Lingoda.
• Full productivity: Select your setup - Apple, Windows - and follow your preference!

A Final Word:

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may refrain from applying for positions if they feel they don't meet all qualifications. We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we're excited to discover how your distinctive experience can enhance our team!

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However, you identify. We believe in equal opportunities.

We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief. We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills, and personality. We believe that employing a diverse workforce is the right thing to do and is central to our success.