General Ledger Accountant

Who you are

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA, Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK), Steuerberater (StB), or equivalent)
• You have minimum of 3 years of progressive professional experience in accounting in multi entity, high growth Saas/tech environment
• You have knowledge of local accounting regulations as well as knowledge of EMEA VAT
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
• You are fluent in English (Business proficiency in German or Spanish is a plus)
• Familiarity with Workday financials would be considered an advantage
• Experience in leveraging modern automation platforms (eg Floqast or Blackline) and generative AI tools to streamline and automate accounts payable processes
• Proactive, self-starting mindset — comfortable in evolving/undefined processes and stepping outside comfort zone
• Strong communicator who collaborates well cross-functionally
• Detail-oriented, structured, and takes ownership — thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What the job involves

• Create real value with your subject-matter expertise. Tackle interesting challenges and partner closely with departments across Personio to drive operational excellence. Join us to make a significant impact on the next phase of our scaling journey, together
• Our Accounts Payable function is evolving fast, and as an General Ledger Accountant – Accounts Payable (m/f/d) on the Core Accounting team, you'll be right at the center of that transformation
• From driving automation to partnering with cross-functional teams on high-impact projects, you'll help build and transform the cross-regional accounting function at Personio
• This is a hybrid role covering a wide range of topics: you'll take on ownership across a range of accounting areas from day one, with scope evolving as the Core Accounting team continues to scale
• Own end-to-end accounts payable and general ledger tasks - month-end and year-end closings per local GAAP, and GL/sub-ledger reconciliations — ensuring all deadlines are met
• Own payroll accounting end-to-end - reconciling payroll payments against source documentation, and payroll-related accruals (commission, bonus, lump sum) — partnering with Payroll, RevOps, Rewards, and Treasury to ensure accurate, compliant, well-reconciled payroll costs
• Own intercompany accounting end-to-end, - including monthly postings, settlements, international funding requirements, and month-end close reconciliations
• Support the tax team on CIT filings and audits, and act as the main point of contact for tax consultants and external auditors on these topics
• Act as the main point of contact for topics within your responsibility — reviewing assigned GL accounts, independently driving improvements and working with cross functional partners on cross functional initiatives
• Take on ad-hoc projects and topics as required and providing back-up support across other accounting areas when needed
• Heavily support International and Group audit topics, holding full responsibility for these areas in the group audit and supporting the coordination of the full statutory international audit — preparing local files, managing timelines, and reviewing financial statements prior to sign-off with management

Benefits

• Receive a competitive reward package – reevaluated each year – that includes salary, benefits, and pre-IPO equity
• Enjoy 28 days of paid vacation, plus an additional day after 2 and 4 years (because we love what we do, but we also love vacation!)
• Make an impact on the environment and society with Impact Days
• Receive generous family leave, child support, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities with PersonioCares
• Connect with your fellow Personios at regular company and team events like All Company Culture Week and local year-end celebrations
• Engage in a high-impact working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Find your best way to work with our office-led, and remote-friendly PersonioFlex!