Head of Accounting Adtran Networks SE (M/F/D)
2 Months ago • 10-15 Years
Accounting
Job Description
Adtran is seeking a highly motivated Head of Accounting to join their team in Meiningen or Munich. This role involves comprehensive financial reporting under IFRS/European GAAP and US GAAP, overseeing operational accounting including AP/AR and payroll, and ensuring compliance with tax and SOX standards. The Head of Accounting will also manage audits, lead an international team, drive process improvements, and collaborate cross-functionally, serving as a key liaison with the US parent company.
Good To Have:
- Experience in US-listed companies
- Leading teams across multiple European jurisdictions
- Familiarity with transfer pricing and international tax structures
Must Have:
- Prepare, review, and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual statements under IFRS/European GAAP and US GAAP; coordinate group consolidation
- Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable , intercompany reconciliations, payroll accounting, and related provisions
- Ensure adherence to all regulations, tax requirements, and SOX standards; strengthen internal control systems
- Serve as the primary contact for finance matters with the US parent company
- Manage statutory and internal audits, working closely with auditors
- Lead, mentor, and develop the international accounting team
- Identify and implement efficiencies, support ERP (SAP) projects
- Partner with Legal, HR, Operations, and Corporate Finance
Perks:
- Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
- Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture
- Internal training program
- Fitness-, travel cost- and kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free
- Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
We are currently looking for a highly motivated Head of Accounting Adtran Networks SE (M/F/D) to join our Accounting team in Meiningen or Munich. If you want to be a part of our growing company that is driven by innovation and is focused on building a future together with our employees, consider applying.
Principle duties and essential functions
- Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual statements under IFRS/European GAAP and US GAAP; coordinate group consolidation
- Operational Accounting: Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable , intercompany reconciliations, payroll accounting, and related provisions
- Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to all regulations, tax requirements, and SOX standards; strengthen internal control systems
- US Liaison: Serve as the primary contact for finance matters with the US parent company
- Audit Management: Manage statutory and internal audits, working closely with auditors
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the international accounting team
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies, support ERP (SAP) projects
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Legal, HR, Operations, and Corporate Finance
Knowledge, skills and experience required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional accounting certification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent is required
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 8 years in a management or leadership role within an international or multinational company
- Expertise in IFRS/European GAAP and US GAAP, with SOX experience
- Strong knowledge of European tax and statutory requirements
- Fluency in German and English; additional languages a plus
- Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Preferred
- Experience in US-listed companies
- Leading teams across multiple European jurisdictions
- Familiarity with transfer pricing and international tax structures
Benefits
- Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
- Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture
- Internal training program
- Fitness-, travel cost- and kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free
- Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
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