Accountant – m/f/d

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Approximately 85% of your work hours will be dedicated to ongoing financial accounting: accurate, compliant, and well-organized.

• Execute daily accounting tasks: recording, categorizing, and reconciling all business transactions in alignment with the German Commercial Code (HGB).

• Conduct account and bank reconciliations — ensuring reliability and timeliness.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable: handling incoming and outgoing invoices and payments.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements along with financial reports.

• Prepare for the annual financial statements and collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors.

• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, particularly concerning VAT returns.

• Assist with payroll accounting and related HR administrative duties.

• Maintain an audit-proof and organized document filing system.

• Support the Head of Finance in financial planning, budgeting, and ad-hoc analyses.

• Aid in financial management and monitoring of our expanding ISA portfolio.

• Contribute to operational and administrative finance functions as the organization evolves.

• Participate in the development and enhancement of our financial processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completed vocational training or a degree in a commercial field, such as Accountant, Financial Accountant, Tax Clerk, Business Administrator, Business Administration (BWL), or an equivalent commercial qualification.

• At least 2 years of full-time professional experience in accounting (or an equivalent role).

• Strong knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB) and tax regulations.

• Experience with VAT returns and preparation of annual financial statements.

• Proficient user of accounting software (e.g., DATEV, Lexoffice, Sevdesk, or similar).

• Excellent skills in spreadsheet applications (Excel / Google Sheets).

• Native-level German (C2) and at least B2 level proficiency in English.

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and a structured working approach.

• Capability to work independently and manage priorities responsibly.

• Alignment with Malengo's mission and the success of our scholarship recipients.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work — from any location within Germany.

• Full-time position (100%).

• Flexible working hours.

• 30 days of vacation and regulated overtime compensation.

• An enthusiastic international team across Germany, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and the USA.

• Genuine responsibility and the chance to actively influence a young non-profit organization.

• Meaningful work with a direct impact on the lives of young individuals and their families.