Director - Accounting

Soundcloud
Berlin
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Finance & AccountingSkills: ["Problem-solving","Self-motivation","Collaboration","Interpersonal skills"]

Lead accounting and tax execution for the group from Berlin, serving as senior local accounting leader to the VP Group Controller. Own IFRS financial reporting and German statutory (HGB) filings, manage group consolidation and intercompany reconciliation, and guide the annual audit process. Drive technical accounting support under IFRS, oversee the Berlin accounting team, and lead evaluation and rollout of a new consolidation platform while partnering with US finance leadership to improve close efficiency.

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Soundcloud
Soundcloud
23 hours ago

Director - Accounting

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Job Summary

Lead accounting and tax execution for the group from Berlin, serving as senior local accounting leader to the VP Group Controller. Own IFRS financial reporting and German statutory (HGB) filings, manage group consolidation and intercompany reconciliation, and guide the annual audit process. Drive technical accounting support under IFRS, oversee the Berlin accounting team, and lead evaluation and rollout of a new consolidation platform while partnering with US finance leadership to improve close efficiency.
Location: Berlin
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Prepare consolidated IFRS financial statements and related notes; manage monthly consolidated reporting packages.
  • •Oversee German HGB statutory financial filings and direct local audits.
  • •Drive end-to-end management, reconciliation, and settlement of intercompany activity across all subsidiaries.
  • •Evaluate complex IFRS technical accounting developments, draft technical memorandums, and provide guidance across business functions.
  • •Lead the annual group audit liaison with external auditors; mentor and expand the local Berlin accounting team and lead evaluation/implementation of a new consolidation software platform.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:RelocationGym MembershipEquityLearning BudgetPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •8+ years of relevant experience in top-tier audit firms or corporate group accounting environments.
  • •Fully certified professional credentials (e.g., CPA, Steuerberater, Wirtschaftsprüfer, ACCA, or equivalent).
  • •Hands-on IFRS multi-entity consolidation experience preparing or auditing full consolidated statements and disclosures across foreign currencies.
  • •Strong understanding of German HGB statutory framework, local compliance, and tax audit procedures.
  • •Proven supervisory leadership experience managing and developing accounting personnel.
Experience:IFRSGerman HGB
Skills:Problem-solvingSelf-motivationCollaborationInterpersonal skills
Certifications:CPASteuerberaterWirtschaftsprüferACCA
Languages:EnglishGerman
Tech Stack:IFRSOracle FusionExcelERPAPVATSales Tax

Company Brief

Soundcloud
Operates an online audio distribution platform that enables creators to upload, share, and monetize music and audio. Offers streaming services, creator tools, distribution and audience engagement features for independent artists and listeners worldwide.
Industry: Streaming Platforms
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
Founded: 2007
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