Head of Accounting, Consolidation & Tax (all genders)

5 days ago
Full time role
Hybrid · Berlin, BE, DE... more

About The Company
GROPYUS creates sustainable, affordable, and aspirational buildings for everyone through modular construction and setting a new standard in smart living.

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic Head of Accounting, Consolidation & Tax in Berlin (hybrid possible) to lead our accounting team and ensure accurate financial reporting across GROPYUS entities. This role will manage our consolidation processes, oversee audits, and guide tax strategy while driving compliance with IFRS and local standards. As a key leader, you’ll collaborate with senior management to support GROPYUS’ growth and vision of sustainable living

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead the accounting and tax team, ensuring timely monthly and annual financial reporting according to IFRS.
  • Oversee the consolidation of all GROPYUS entities and collaborate closely with the FP&A team for accurate financial reporting.
  • Set and maintain Group Accounting Standards (IFRS) in alignment with the CFO.
  • Provide guidance on financial accounting standards and ensure compliance across the organization.
  • Manage external audits and act as the primary contact for auditors.
  • Oversee tax filings and audits for all GROPYUS entities, working closely with external tax advisors.
  • Maintain and enhance the consolidation and reporting system (SAP S4 HANA), ensuring scalability.
  • Lead the development of the Group's transfer pricing policies and manage monthly reporting for the Executive and Supervisory Boards.
  • Partner with key internal stakeholders to support accounting matters and train new finance hires.
  • Act as a deputy for the CFO on accounting, reporting, and tax issues.

What you bring:

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or similar.
  • 8+ years of experience in finance and accounting, particularly in IFRS and HGB standards.
  • Proficiency in SAP-FI, SAP-SAC, and financial consolidation systems.
  • Hands-on experience in multinational audit and reporting processes.
  • Proven leadership in managing teams, with strong communication skills in both German and English to influence internal and external stakeholders.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CA, CPA) preferred.
  • Experience in the manufacturing or construction sectors being an advantage.
  • Passionate about GROPYUS' vision of creating sustainable living for everyone.
  • Thrives in a dynamic, hands-on role, with a proactive approach to leadership and team development.

What We Offer

  • Be part of something big: You’re here to make a change? Come on board. At GROPYUS, we are on a mission to re-think an entire industry. Join us in reinventing construction and sustainable, affordable living. 
  • It’s on you: We offer a tremendous amount of ownership and room to make a mark - at all our organization levels. Find your solutions, drive and test them.
  • Focus on results: You choose if you work from home, a park, or the office. Whether you start your day early, after your run, or pick up on work when your kids are in bed. What counts is your contribution and delivery.
  • Bring your uniqueness to the team: Innovation requires diversity of thought. Diversity in background, experience and thinking is crucial to create the best product for everyone. We actively seek diversity and strive to unlock each other’s full potential. We are very proud that people from all industries and all walks of life are joining our company – in addition to core areas such as construction, engineering, and start-ups, from stock-listed companies from across automotive e-Commerce, digital, sporting goods, and more. You will work in international teams with passionate colleagues. Inspire and be inspired.
  • Be an owner: Participate in the success of GROPYUS through stock options.
Join us on our mission to design buildings as continuously evolving products to create the most exciting and affordable experience for all. We build for people and conserve the resources of our planet.

We can't wait to get to know you. 
For more information, visit our website, and if you have any questions, please reach out to us via email.