General Ledger Accountant

Job Description

• Managing day-to-day general ledger accounting for entities across the EMEA region.
• Supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings in accordance with German GAAP (HGB), as well as group reporting under US GAAP.
• Preparing provisions, accruals, deferrals, and other closing entries.
• Performing and documenting account reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
• Managing treasury and cash management activities, including liquidity planning and cash flow forecasting.
• Preparing statistical reports and ensuring the timely submission of statutory and regulatory filings.
• Ensuring VAT compliance and providing support on tax-related matters.
• Supporting external audits, tax audits, and internal control systems (ICS).
• Collaborating with finance teams, tax advisors, external auditors, banks, and authorities across the EMEA region.
• Supporting EMEA reporting activities and continuously improving finance processes and SAP applications.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed commercial training with a focus on accounting, finance, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in financial accounting, general ledger accounting, or a comparable accounting role.
• Solid knowledge of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, as well as account reconciliations and VAT.
• Good knowledge of SAP FI and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Good written and spoken English skills.
• Structured, independent, and analytical approach to work.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and sense of responsibility.

Additional Information

We are a dynamic and ambitious team with a flat organizational structure. We continuously take on new challenges and master them together. We don't just offer the usual perks — here's what you can expect from us:

What We Offer

• Bicycle leasing
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee discounts and corporate benefits
• An interesting role with a high degree of autonomy at a highly specialized food manufacturing facility
• Discounted purchases of our products for employees
• The opportunity to shape your own role and contribute your personal ideas
• A supportive, appreciative, and collaborative working environment
• An attractive salary package and additional benefits
• Company pension scheme
• On-site occupational health services

Have we sparked your interest? We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jack Link's EMEA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all individuals, regardless of age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.