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Chief Accountant, Accounting & Reporting, Germany

Location: 

Hamburg, DE, 20539

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Chief Accountant Germany to lead end-to-end accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities for our German operations. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely IFRS and statutory reporting, maintaining compliance with local regulations and Group standards, and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes.

You will act as a key finance partner, collaborating closely with Shared Services, Finance teams, auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure the integrity and quality of financial information. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the implementation of a standardized Finance Target Operating Model within an international business environment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly, half-year, and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate IFRS and statutory reporting.
  • Oversee tax accounting, balance sheet reviews, and compliance with local regulations and internal controls.
  • Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data and reporting.
  • Collaborate closely with Global Business Services and Finance teams on accounting-related activities and process improvements.
  • Manage relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, and other key stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support finance transformation projects.
  • Provide accounting expertise and guidance across the organization.

 

Your profile

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • Several years of experience in accounting and finance, including extensive exposure to IFRS and statutory reporting.
  • Experience working within a multinational organization; experience in B2B and/or food industry environments is considered an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, tax accounting, and internal controls.
  • Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
  • Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced international environment.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and continuous improvement attitude.
  • High level of integrity and professional ethics.

 

We offer

  • JobRad (Bike Leasing) - Lease a bike for 36 months via gross salary conversion plus a monthly €18 employer subsidy.
  • Corporate Benefits - Access to discounted shopping with over 800 brands (fashion, sports, tech, home, etc.) via the employee benefits platform.
  • Employee Referral Program - Receive a €750 gross bonus for each successful referral or donate it to the Cocoa Horizon Foundation.
  • ProfiTicket / Deutschlandticket - Get a monthly subsidy of €25.20 for the discounted digital HVV Jobticket / Deutschlandticket.
  • Canteen Subsidy - Employer-subsidized meals; pre-order up to one day in advance via Hofmann Menü.
  • Screen Workstation Glasses - Up to €100 subsidy for required computer workstation glasses.
  • External Support Services - Access to external counseling and support for personal challenges (e.g., addiction risk, debt, family issues).

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here.

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