Accountant/Bilanzbuchhalter (m/f/d)

Since its inception in 1951 in Tokyo, Japan, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Today, with over 2,000 employees in more than 60 countries and with hundreds of major innovations to its credit, the Rigaku group of companies is a world leader in the fields of general X-ray diffraction, thin film analysis, X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, small-angle X-ray scattering, protein and small molecule X-ray crystallography, Raman spectroscopy, X-ray optics, semiconductor metrology, X-ray sources, computed tomography, non-destructive testing, and thermal analysis.

• Independently managing financial accounting, including classification and booking of all business transactions
• Preparing monthly and annual financial statements, and acting as the contact person for the tax advisor / auditor
• Preparing and submitting VAT pre-returns to the tax authorities, if necessary
• Supporting the further development of the ERP system from a financial perspective
• Monitoring subsidiaries in the UK and France
• Cost calculation
• Ad hoc tasks

• Ideally, you have completed vocational training as an accountant, a degree in business administration, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in financial administration (at least 5 years)
• Good knowledge of national and international tax law as well as sound knowledge of the German Commercial Code (HGB) and IFRS
• Proficient knowledge of accounting software and MS Office, and ideally experience with ERP systems
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills
• Independent, structured, and analytical working style

• Attractive compensation package that rewards your expertise and dedication
• Pension Plans: Participation in individual pension schemes
• Access to our “JobRad” programme, promoting sustainable and healthy commuting
• Discretionary Bonus: Performance-based bonuses that recognise your hard work and contributions
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement
• Modern Work Environment: State-of-the-art office facilities and technology
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a focus on teamwork and innovation