General Ledger Accountant

2 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Account Management

Job Summary

Job Description

The General Ledger Accountant will maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate financial records. Responsibilities include preparing monthly/annual financial statements (German GAAP), financial reporting, variance analysis, intercompany reconciliations, tracking payment flows across various online marketplaces, fixed asset accounting, and supporting audits. The ideal candidate possesses strong accounting principles knowledge, experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SAP), and excellent analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in German and English is essential.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance
  • 3-5 years accounting experience
  • German GAAP (HGB) knowledge
  • ERP system experience
  • Strong analytical & communication skills
  • Proficiency in English & German
Good to have:
  • CPA or Certified Management Accountant IHK
  • E-commerce industry experience
  • Financial integration of e-commerce platforms
Perks:
  • Global Teamwork
  • Flexible work environment
  • Mobility options (transport, parking, bicycle)
  • Enhanced security (pension, disability insurance)
  • 30 days paid leave + additional days off
  • toniecation days (unpaid leave)
  • Continuous learning opportunities
  • Language learning & meditation app access
  • Tonies product discounts

Job Details

About tonies:
tonies is the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children with around 8 million Tonieboxes and more than 100 million Tonies figurines sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. As the original category creator in interactive audio for children, tonies stands apart in its pioneering approach and market leadership.

Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes more than 1,100 Tonies figurines in several languages. Since its inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries.

Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination.
You as part of tonies:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced General Ledger Accountant (all genders) to join our dynamic accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, and contributing to the monthly and annual closing processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of accounting principles, and a proven track record of managing financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

The position reports to the General Ledger Lead.
Your tasks and responsibilities will include:
  • Independently prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP (HGB) for the German entities
  • Prepare the monthly financial reporting packages and variance analysis
  • Maintain, reconcile, and analyze general ledger accounts
  • Create and post intercompany invoices; perform intercompany reconciliations
  • Accurately track and review payment flows across various online marketplaces and payment service providers (e.g., Amazon, PayPal, Adyen)
  • Support the processing of fixed asset accounting
  • Post accruals, deferrals, and other recurring closing entries
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies
  • Support with internal and external audits and be contact person for auditors
  • Contributing to the optimization of financial processes and the implementation of new accounting systems
What we are looking for:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field // CPA or Certified Management Accountant IHK (Bilanzbuchhalter IHK)
  • 3-5 years of professional experience in accounting, ideally in the e-commerce industry
  • Strong knowledge of local GAAP Germany (HGB) and financial reporting
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SAP) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Financial integration of e-commerce platforms is a plus
  • Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in both English and German is essential for this role
Why tonies?
  • Global Teamwork: We collaborate across departmental and country borders on our vision to bring the Toniebox into every child's room in the world.
  • Come as you are: This applies not only to the dress code but also to everything else. Because only where you truly feel comfortable can you give your best.
  • Mobility: Choose the option that suits you best - a Deutschlandticket (public transport ticket) for unlimited mobility, a monthly contribution for an office parking space, a leasing bicycle, or a remote work subsidy.
  • Enhanced Security: Benefit from subsidies for company pension plans, occupational pension schemes, and occupational disability insurance.
  • Rest & Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of paid annual leave as well as three additional days off such as Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. After one year of employment, you can also use up to 10 "toniecation days" (unpaid leave days).
  • Continuous Learning: Benefit from our internal and external training opportunities as well as an individual learning budget to continuously expand your knowledge.
  • Language Learning & Relaxation: Improve your communication skills with the language learning app Babbel and find relaxation through our access to the meditation app Calm.
  • Discounts: Benefit from attractive discounts on our entire range of tonies products.
Good to know:
As part of our principles, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies®. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us. 

We look forward to hearing from you!

Lisa Weyers
Recruiting & Onboarding Partner

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