Homeoffice Group Accounting Manager / Senior Expert Group Accounting (m/w/d/kA) at KOSTAL Group

KOSTAL Group is a global, family-owned German company that develops market-leading solutions for the solar and automotive industries. The company has been established in 1912 and employs about 20 000 people at 47 locations in 22 countries. 

Your Responsibilities

• Take an active, hands-on role in preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements, including special topics such as first-time consolidations, impairment reviews, and drafting group notes and management reports. You will also support our external auditors throughout the audit process.
• Oversee and maintain the Group’s accounting policies, ensuring consistent application of the guidelines across all business units.
• Resolve specific accounting and reporting questions in accordance with German GAAP (HGB).
• Shape and optimize processes in fixed asset accounting and govern fixed asset policies Group-wide.
• Further develop, implement, and monitor our internal control system (ICS) standards across the KOSTAL Group.
• Tackle special projects in accounting and contribute to company transactions (M&A, restructuring, etc.).

• University degree in Business, Economics, or similar with a focus on Finance and Accounting—or comparable commercial training with a professional accounting qualification (e.g., certified accountant).
• Several years of experience in Group Accounting at a large enterprise or in group audits at an accountancy firm.
• Proven track record in using consolidation software (e.g., SAP, IDL, Lucanet, etc.).
• Business-fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SAP

• A Values-Driven Culture: Down-to-earth, appreciative, passionate, and innovative—we live by our values every day.
• Attractive Employment Terms: Receive a compensation package based on the IG Metall and Electrical Industry collective agreement—including holiday and Christmas bonuses, plus additional tariff-based benefits.
• Maximum Flexibility: Enjoy remote work opportunities and flexible working hours for a healthy work-life balance.
• Growth & Development: Benefit from custom onboarding, comprehensive training programs, and exciting long-term career prospects—locally and internationally.
• Perks & Benefits: Modern company restaurants, corporate pension plans, bike leasing, and a wide range of corporate benefits.
• Genuine Sustainability: We are committed to responsible resource management and the innovative advancement of energy, mobility, charging, and solar energy solutions.