Accounting Lead (all genders)

JustPlay is looking for an experienced and business-oriented Accounting Lead to join our growing Finance team. You will not only manage financial processes but you will shape how finance operates in a modern, digital organization. This role covers a broad spectrum of accounting, with a strong focus on delivering accurate, compliant, and audit-ready financials under IFRS and German local GAAP. You will operate in a fast-paced, international environment, working closely with the CFO, Associate Director of Finance, tax advisors, and suppliers while supporting a modern, tech-driven accounting structure.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a similar field.

• 7+ years of professional experience in accounting, audit, or controlling.

• Hands-on expertise in German local GAAP and IFRS.

• A proven track record of independently managing and leading full financial cycles, including month-end, year-end closings and external audits.

• Advanced proficiency in financial systems/ERPs, with hands-on experience in DATEV and designing efficient accounting infrastructure.

• Foundational knowledge of German tax and corporate law.

• A highly structured and analytical mindset with a strong bias for automation and technology-driven solutions.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, fluent in both German and English (written and verbal).

• Previous experience in a fast-growing startup/scale-up environment.

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  Establish and lead the internal Accounting function and take full ownership of the end-to-end accounting process, including general ledger, fixed assets and transfer pricing within the group of 2 German and 1 Cyprus operating entities.

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  Independently own and drive high-quality, timely deliverables for month-end and year-end closings, as well as all audit preparation and execution.

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  Ensure robust compliance with local statutory and regulatory requirements, including Bundesbank reporting and statutory filings.

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  Serve as the key strategic accounting partner for internal stakeholders (CFO, Associate Director of Finance) and external partners (tax advisors, auditors, suppliers), including sign-off on statutory filings.

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  Lead the transformation of our financial processes by driving continuous improvements and designing smart, scalable accounting workflows that support our rapid growth.