Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Westinghouse Electric Company

Mannheim

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

About the role:

As a Senior Accountant you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data within Corporate accounts through journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis. Your responsibilities will span various aspects of accounting and financial management requiring strong understanding of accounting principles. You will also cooperate with various parties in the process of financial statements preparation and review of postings accuracy, as well as support for statutory audits. Results of the individual work must result in accurate month end close and financial information for key stakeholders within Organization.

You will report to the Senior Manager EMEA GAC and be located at Mannheim.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly/Quarterly/Annual GL Journal Bookings and month end-close review
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (US GAAP & HGB) and company policies in all journal booking activities.
• Ensure all the month end close entries have been posted as required.
• Provide support and insights as needed to address any discrepancies or issues in the TB.
• Perform reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during the reconciliation process.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to rectify any identified discrepancies.
• Assisting with Audits and Financial Statements preparation process
• Assisting with Company Income Tax and VAT Returns process
• Conduct ad hoc analysis of various types of financial information as required
• Prepare and submit all required statistical reports.

Qualifications:

• 5 - 10 years in accounting.
• Graduate in Accounting
• German CA (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications, Excel in particular is a must,
• Good written and spoken English, French
• Experience with enterprise information systems SAP

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Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Below is an example of what employees in Germany can expect:

• Great benefits for your convenience and safety
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
  • Peer-to-peer recognition program.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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