Accountant

Location: Frankfurt, Germany (hybrid)

Reports to: Manager, Accounting & Finance

Travel: Minimal; occasional travel to other Stonebranch locations as needed

About Stonebranch:

Stonebranch builds dynamic IT automation solutions that transform business IT environments from simple IT task automation into sophisticated, real-time business service automation, helping organizations achieve the highest possible Return on Automation. No matter the degree of automation, Stonebranch software is simple, modern, and secure. Using its universal automation platform, enterprises can seamlessly orchestrate workloads and data across technology ecosystems and silos. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia with points of contact and support throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Stonebranch serves some of the world's largest financial, manufacturing, healthcare, travel, transportation, energy, and technology institutions.

Your Part in this Growth Story:

Stonebranch is searching for an Accountant who's interested in playing in the explosive IT automation market. As an Accountant in Frankfurt, you will manage the day-to-day accounting operations of Stonebranch's German and Swiss legal entities — including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank accounting, VAT compliance, and month-end close — working directly alongside the Manager, Accounting and Finance and in close partnership with our global Finance team. This role requires a hands-on accountant with a solid grounding in German accounting standards (HGB) and the confidence to operate in an international, English-speaking finance environment. This position supports Stonebranch GmbH, Stonebranch AG, our recently acquired Honico business, and other international locations as needed within a single ERP environment and includes involvement in ERP transformation and other finance projects.

The ideal candidate will bring two to three years of practical accounting experience, gained through either a university degree or a completed vocational qualification (Ausbildung), and will be comfortable owning transactional processes from start to finish. The candidate is expected to be fluent in German with professional working proficiency in English, and to demonstrate the organization, accuracy, and follow-through needed to support several entities in parallel. This is a role with room to grow — as you build familiarity with our systems and processes, your scope and responsibilities will expand accordingly.

This position is based out of our Frankfurt, Germany office and will report to the Manager, Accounting and Finance. This is a hybrid position — 4 days per week in the Frankfurt office, 1 day per week remote.

Your Impact on The Organization:

Transactional Accounting Operations

Process supplier invoices end to end — verification, coding, posting, and routing for appropriate approvals

Prepare and execute weekly payment runs across all assigned entities

Process sales orders and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner

Post daily bank transactions and prepare bank reconciliations, ensuring cash positions are accurately reflected across all entities

Support and understand AP and AR activities

Review and process employee travel and expense reports in line with company policy, working with employees and managers to resolve discrepancies

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Participate in and support month-end and year-end close activities across all three German and Swiss entities

Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to agreed close deadlines

Support any financial or accounting requests form international locations as needed

Research issues, clarify information, and prepare supporting data for the global Finance team

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Support the preparation and submission of monthly VAT returns for the German and Swiss legal entities

Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with German accounting standards (HGB) and internal policy

Maintain business registrations and support interactions with local authorities, external auditors, and tax advisors

Ensure compliance with local tax and statutory reporting requirements

Stay current on changes to German and local accounting and tax regulation, flagging impacts to the team

Projects & Process Improvement

Contribute to finance projects including ERP transformation work

Identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes and controls

Support accounting and finance requests from other Stonebranch locations as needed

What You Will Bring to the Team:

Education & Experience

Completed commercial vocational training (kaufmännische Ausbildung) — for example as Steuerfachangestellte/r, Industriekaufmann/-frau, or a comparable qualification — is accepted; a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

2–3 years of practical accounting experience, ideally covering both accounts payable and accounts receivable

Experience supporting more than one legal entity, or accounting across multiple countries, is an advantage

Technical & Systems Skills

Hands-on experience with an established accounting or ERP system — for example DATEV, SAP, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics; NetSuite experience is preferred, and full training on our systems and processes will be provided

Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions

Good working knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB) and local accounting principles

Familiarity with US GAAP is an advantage; experience with software revenue recognition is a plus

Language & Working Style

Strong German (B2 or above) with professional working proficiency in English

Clear communicator, comfortable working within a diversified international team across multiple time zones

Reliable in meeting agreed schedules and close deadlines, with consistent adherence to accounting policies and procedures

Self-directed learner who takes ownership of tasks and ad-hoc projects from start to finish, and who works effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting daily priorities

Why You’ll Love Stonebranch:

At Stonebranch, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making an impact in the world of IT automation. We believe great work starts with a great workplace – one that values people, supports growth, and celebrates success.

Collaborative Culture: Join an international team of experienced, high-performing professionals who value teamwork, knowledge sharing, and mutual success.

Growth & Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and professional development to advance your career.

Stability & Support: Join an established Frankfurt team with the structure, in-person collaboration, and direct access to colleagues that helps you build expertise quickly.

Impact & Innovation: Be part of a high-growth company at the forefront of IT automation, where your contributions directly influence customer success and business outcomes.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with local market standards and employment regulations.

Community & Connection: Participate in regular team and company events that foster connection and a strong sense of belonging.