Accounting Clerk

Location Hamburg

Type Permanent

Sector Finance & Business Support

Closing Date 12/11/2025

Salary: €50,000 – €55,000 gross annually
Location: Hamburg or Cologne

Altius Talent is hiring on behalf of an international freight forwarder for the position of Accounting Clerk based in Hamburg or Cologne.

What to Expect

Financial Accounting: Preparation of financial accounts, including VAT returns, business evaluations, monthly reports, and statistical filings for the European branches.
Accounting & Payroll: Act as the direct contact for accounting and payroll matters.
Correspondence: Liaise with agents, clients, service providers, public offices, and authorities in both German and English.
Payment Processes: Handle dunning procedures, payment transactions, invoicing, and related tasks for all branches in Germany and across Europe.
Administration: Take on additional administrative responsibilities as required.

Your Profile

Qualifications: Completed training as a Tax Clerk (Steuerfachangestellte) or a comparable qualification, with solid professional knowledge in accounting and financial reporting.
Expertise: Experience in cost accounting, reporting to international parent and sister companies, and strong knowledge of corporate, trade, and VAT tax matters.
Skills: Strong team player with flexibility, a high sense of responsibility, and the ability to work independently.
IT & Language Skills: Proficient in DATEV and MS Office, with excellent English skills; German fluency required.

What is on Offer

Salary - €50,000 to €55,000 depending on experience
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, hybrid work model (home office option), and 30 days of annual leave.
Additional Benefits:
1. Company bike leasing scheme
2. Regular team and company events
3. €100/month contribution to the company pension scheme

Interested and have the relevant experience? Please apply or contact Jamie Watts on jamie.watts@altius-talent.com

Closing Date 12/11/2025

Job Contact

Name Jamie Watts

Email Jamie.Watts@altius-talent.com

Job Ref. 3885

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