Offer summary

Qualifications:

Expertise in Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems, Proficiency in SSD topics and accounting, Leadership experience preferred, Certification as Bilanzbuchhalter.

Key responsabilities:

Lead strategic forecasting and cost initiatives

Optimize core activities and contribute to executive-level reporting

Manage monthly and annual financial statements

Bridge between CSSC3 activities and cost initiatives

Job description

Your role

This role requires driving forecasting processes, advancing reporting, and leading cost analysis and initiatives, demanding proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems, as well as expertise in SSD topics and accounting. It offers the opportunity to lead strategic forecasting, shape reporting frameworks, and gain exposure to senior management, with competitive compensation and benefits provided. Nice-to-have qualities include proficiency in English and German, familiarity with German accounting principles, and potential team management experience.

What will you do?

Opportunity to lead strategic forecasting processes and shape reporting frameworks.
Drive cost-saving initiatives and play a pivotal role in optimizing core activities.
Work in a dynamic environment where you can showcase your consulting skills and leadership abilities.
Gain exposure to senior management and C-level executives, contributing to executive-level reporting.
Collaborate with a diverse team and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Receive competitive compensation and benefits, commensurate with your experience and expertise.

Nice-to-Have Qualities & Skills:

Proficiency in English and German language skills are a plus.
Familiarity with German accounting principles.
Experience in interacting with auditors.
Potentially manage the team of two working students and one junior controller
Treasury experience.

What do we expect?

Drive forecasting processes, advance reporting, and spearhead cost analysis and cost initiatives.
Define and drive cost initiatives, bridging between CS CS3 and core activities.
Excellent skills in Excel, PowerPoint and any ERP systemsÂ
Proficiency in SSD topics and taking over accounting matters.
Demonstrate 1 year of leadership experience, with a background in management preferred.
Consulting background or equivalent experience.
Hold certification as a Bilanzbuchhalter with tax qualifications.
Expertise in balance sheet accounting, standard taxation, and financial closing.
Manage monthly and annual financial statements efficiently.

Why join WETHEBRANDS?

WE provide a space for you to drive outsized impact while unlocking your talents and developing personally and professionally.
WEÂ hire for slope, not for intersect. In other words, we believe in fast development and up-skilling, and support you on your journey.
WEâre a great team of passionate and fun-loving people from Europe, the US and around the globe who youâll love working with.
We boast a flat hierarchy, are pragmatic and have a no-B.S. policy. The most thoughtful opinion always wins, regardless of who voices it.
WEÂ offer plenty of benefits -- from generous holidays to work-from-home / remote options -- and are working on extending them further.
WE are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, which respects all individuals, their preferences, identities and commitments.
WE love to have fun. If you like any of the following, you've found your tribe: data, Vespas, running, meditation, kitesurfing, skiing, sailing, chai teas, pretzels, fruit baskets, whiteboarding, burning man, cycling, dogs, off-roading, traveling. Join us!

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About us

Join us on our mission to bring tech-driven solutions to the global e-commerce industry. Founded by a senior team of serial entrepreneurs, we work with promising micro-brands and shape their journey to global market leadership. The management team consists of seasoned tech entrepreneurs, ML wizards and e-comm veterans. Our transatlantic footprint with offices in Boston, MA, Munich and Berlin, Germany allows us to cater to the global market of e-commerce brands. Passionate about solving diverse, complex challenges alongside thoughtful, intelligent individuals in a fast-paced and fun environment? Letâs talk!

AtÂ WETHEBRANDS, we encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.Â WETHEBRANDSÂ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Â All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable. If youâre excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

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