General Ledger Accountant

About GetYourGuide

GetYourGuide is the globally leading marketplace for unforgettable travel experiences. Travelers use GetYourGuide to discover the best things to do in a destination. Since its founding in 2009, people from all over the world have booked more than 150 million tours, activities, and attraction tickets through GetYourGuide. Powered by a global team of over 800 travel experts and technologists, we are headquartered in Berlin and have 17 local offices around the world. Visit our careers website to learn more.

Team mission

As a General Ledger Accountant at GetYourGuide, your mission is clear: maintain top-notch and compliant accounting for the GetYourGuide Group. You'll work diligently to ensure accurate financial reporting, adhere to corporate policies and accounting standards, and provide timely information to our valued internal and external stakeholders.

You will:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly reports and contribute to the annual financial statements for GetYourGuide entities.
• Analytical Expertise: Dive into accounts and statements, delivering meticulous reconciliations according to month-end-close deadlines and on an ad-hoc basis.
• Ownership and Innovation: Lead accounting-related projects, such as Business Process Designs and SAP S4/Hana System development.
• Communication Hub: Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external inquiries regarding Accounting and Tax Accounting.
• Collaborative Partnerships: Collaborate with external stakeholders like auditors and tax consultants.

Who you are

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Educational Foundation: A commercial training background, preferably as a tax clerk or accountant; a business degree is a bonus.
• Financial Experience: A minimum of 3 years in the finance department of a medium-sized company, ideally within the e-commerce sector.
• Regulatory Know-How: Strong knowledge of the commercial code; familiarity with IFRS and group accounting is advantageous.
• Analytical Skills: Excel in analytical tasks and demonstrate proficiency in MS Excel.
• Language Prowess: Excellent English skills are a must, and German language skills are a valuable asset.
• Work Ethic: Be an independent and structured worker while embracing teamwork and displaying reliable time management.

How we set you up for success:

• Invest in your development with an annual personal growth budget
• Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid work-from-home and telecommuting policy
• Save on transportation costs with discounted public transportation tickets
• Support your loved ones with generous maternity and paternity leave policies

And more...

We look forward to hearing from you

Unlock your full potential and join our mission to create unforgettable experiences for millions around the world. If you have the skills and passion for joining our team, we invite you to apply by submitting your CV/resume in English through the form below. Check out how we hire for tips and visibility into our process and check out life at GetYourGuide. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via jobs@getyourguide.com.

We are an equal-opportunity employer

Our commitment is that every qualified person will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion. Please refrain from including your picture and age with the application.

Important notice: Protect yourself from recruitment scams

We want to ensure your safety during the application process. Please be aware of potential scammers impersonating GetYourGuide recruiters. Remember, GetYourGuide never requests payment or sensitive personal information during recruitment. All official job opportunities are exclusively posted on our Careers page. If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to jobs@getyourguide.com. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from recruitment scams.

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