Accountant

AirHelp is the world’s largest Air Passenger Rights company that deals with flight delay and cancellation claims. Currently, we are looking for an ambitious person who wants to develop their skills in our global organization as an Accountant. 

You’ll not only be responsible for posting invoices, accruals, prepayments, fixed asset register, settlements accounts but will also be involved in projects and major processes (e.g. VAT, CIT).

What you’ll do:

• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Contribute to the monthly book-closing process (bank statements booking, booking invoices, checking and booking currency differences, reconcile accounts, and booking provisions calculated by controlling).
• Provide financial information to the Head of Accounting by researching and analyzing accounting data and by preparing reports.
• Take an active role maintaining accounting systems by updating data and documents.
• Cooperate with other departments to help process and find solutions to all kinds of accounting issues (invoices, VAT rate, reimbursement).
• Maintain the fixed-assets register.

Ideally, you’ll bring with you:

(Disclaimer: We understand that you may not tick every box. But if you are excited about the idea of joining AirHelp, we'd love to hear from you anyway).

• Professional experience in GL or full accountancy.
• Accounting principle knowledge, VAT and CIT.
• Willingness to develop your knowledge of accounting systems and processes. 
• Analytical thinking and accuracy.
• A solution-oriented mindset.

Nice to have:

• Degree with a focus on finance/accounting (or an equivalent)
• Experience in preparing in Financial Statements.
• Experience in preparing and processing tax documents (VAT and CIT).
• Good knowledge of German language

Perks and benefits:

• Internal training programs and knowledge-sharing events.
• Personalized progression plan.
• Access to mindfulness and wellbeing platform (Mindgram).
• Language classes.
• Life insurance and private healthcare.
• Flexible benefits: gym membership, personal education, childcare, public transportation or leisure travel subsidy.
• Pre-paid virtual card.
• Unlimited, free use of AirHelp's services.
• Annual travel allowance.
• Team days.
• Events and parties.

About AirHelp

At AirHelp, we're on a mission to make the world of travel better. Since our foundation in 2013, we've assisted over 2.5 million passengers in receiving their rightful compensation, and we've protected over 8 million travelers through our membership program, AirHelp+. With a global team of 400 AirHelpers speaking 19 languages, we aim to provide a stress-free travel experience for all. Our commitment extends to standing up to airlines in court and advocating fair air passenger rights through APRA. 

And there’s more! AirHelp isn’t just a great company, but a truly lovable place to work. That's why we're so proud to have been named a Most Loved Workplace, also for LGBTQ+, women and young professionals. 

We’re committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Our offices are fully accessible, and we customize interviews to accommodate special needs, including those of neurodiverse candidates. Refugees and displaced individuals are encouraged to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!