Subledger Accountant (Buchhalter)

Subledger Accountant (Buchhalter) – 15 months FTC

at Kyowa Kirin International plc

Germany - Düsseldorf

At Kyowa Kirin International (KKI), our purpose is to make people smile. This means more than drug discovery and development; it is about embedding care into everything we do to make a difference every day for those that need it most. We’re an inclusive pharmaceutical company that takes time to understand what really matters to our patients, their families, and their healthcare professionals, helping our people to take bold actions that deliver life-changing solutions sooner. Our culture is rooted in our values: Teamwork, Commitment to Life, Innovation, and Integrity. They help us to push boundaries to deliver extraordinary impact and make KKI a brilliant place to work.

We are looking for an experienced accountant to manage day-to-day accounts payable activities and support accounts receivable, reconciliations, audits and period-end closing. You will bring strong attention to detail, solid knowledge of German accounting standards and a collaborative, service-focused approach.

• →Process and pay supplier invoices
• →Reconcile accounts, including bank accounts
• →Support accounts receivable activities
• →Prepare information for year-end and internal audits
• →Review travel expenses for tax compliance and process reimbursements
• →Maintain accurate, well-organised accounting records

• At least five years’ accounts payable experience; accounts receivable experience is a plus
• Knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB); IFRS knowledge is desirable
• Experience with ERP systems for small businesses; D365 experience is an advantage
• Completed commercial or business administration training; further accounting qualifications are welcomed and supported
• Good Excel skills and fluency in German and English
• Experience supporting monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities
• A careful, accurate and reliable approach
• A friendly, professional communication style with customers, suppliers and colleagues