Accountant-2
Description
The Accountant plays a crucial role within the R2R Operations team during a period of rapid growth. This role ensures accurate and timely internal and external financial reporting and provides accounting support to various parts of the organization in Germany and across the wider MVHE Group.
Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager, this role offers a hybrid working arrangement (50%) in our Munich office with occasional travel to clinics across Germany.
Key Responsibilities
Support day-to-day accounting activities for clinic operations
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare, review, and post journal entries in Oracle and group reporting systems
Perform sales reconciliations, VAT settlements, and balance sheet reconciliations (BlackLine)
Partner closely with Controlling on financial reporting, budgets, and forecasts
Collaborate with external accounting service providers
Support statutory financial statements and tax reporting together with external advisors
Ensure compliance with MVHE Group accounting standards and support implementation of new policies
Contribute to ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives
Context and Scope
The Accountant in the MVHE Finance Operations team, reporting directly to the Senior Accounting Manager. This role requires collaboration with various internal stakeholders, including market operations, finance teams, clinics and external auditors. The role holder will work across multiple reporting systems, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external standards such as US GAAP and local GAAP. The position demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex accounting processes in a dynamic environment.
Job Specifications/Qualifications
Education & Professional Qualifications
Academic degree in Accounting, Finance or a similar field
ACCA, CPA, CMA desired
Knowledge / Experience
3+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting within large, matrix organizations, Shared Service Centres and/or audit firms
Analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
Proven experience in GL accounting processes, month/year-end closings, and working with Oracle ERP
Able to work under time pressure, with advanced MS Office / Excel skills
Experience working within Oracle ERP is preferred
Fluent in German and English
Key Mars Leadership Competencies (4-6)
Refer to the Mars Talent and Development Library
Manages Complexity
Ensures Accountability
Communicates Effectively
Balances Stakeholders
About Us
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AniCura is present at 450 European locations and creates peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety. Every year, AniCura’s 11 000 associates attend to more than 3.6 million companion animal patients. AniCura is a trusted training and referral body.
AniCura is proud to be a part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of veterinary practices and labs. Through our network of 2,500 veterinary clinics and hospitals in over 20 countries, we support more than 70,000 associates and make industry-leading pet care available to more than 25 million pets every year. Together, we are able to provide the highest standards in pet care and achieve our collective purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.