Senior Group Accountant, Finance (m/f/d)

Mission Brief 

The role serves as a specialist staff position supporting the Director Group Accounting. It ensures proper accounting in accordance with HGB and IFRS, the quality of consolidated financial statements, and the development of accounting policies and processes. The position acts as a sparring partner for management, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely standalone and consolidated financial statements under HGB and IFRS.
• Resolve complex accounting issues (e.g., IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IFRS 3).
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and guidelines.
• Support audit processes and coordinate with external auditors.

Process & System Excellence

• Optimize accounting processes and internal controls.
• Provide functional support for SAP FI/CO and contribute to system enhancements (ideally SAP S/4HANA).
• Participate in projects such as M&A, post-merger integration, or system migrations.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with Finance, Controlling, Tax, Legal, and external auditors.
• Advise management on accounting-related matters.
• Proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Measures of Success

• Quality, accuracy, and timeliness of financial statements.
• Compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Effective collaboration with auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Sustainable process and system improvements.

Capabilities

• Deep expertise in HGB and IFRS.
• Extensive experience in group accounting or Big Four auditing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively.
• High degree of independence and professionalism in a staff function

Qualification Checklist 

• Certified Tax Advisor or Certified Public Auditor (desirable).
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO, ideally SAP Hana / S/4HANA.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Willingness to work regularly on-site in Ottobrunn

Benefits 

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team        

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com

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Disclaimer
Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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