Accountant with German (International Projects) (m/f)
PwC · Bratislava, Slovakia · 9d ago
Job Description & Summary
Place of work:Karadžičova 2, Bratislava, Slovakia (Job with occasional home office)
Contract type:Full-time
Start date:By agreement
Wage (gross):From 2 150 EUR/month. (The stated salary represents the minimum for this position. Final compensation is determined individually based on your experience, expertise, seniority, and overall profile. In addition, we offer a performance-based bonus linked to individual results and the company’s success.)
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with fluency in German and a passion for working in an international environment?
Join our dynamic team at PwC Tax k.s., where you will contribute to a diverse range of projects and collaborate with colleagues representing over 10 nationalities.
We are looking for a finance professional with a strong accounting background and a consulting mindset, who enjoys working closely with clients and actively driving finance topics forward. This role goes beyond traditional accounting tasks – you will be involved in operational finance processes, coordination, and communication with German-speaking clients.
In this position, you will support clients in their day-to-day finance operations and gradually become a trusted partner, helping them navigate challenges rather than acting as a transactional executor.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will support and coordinate operational finance and accounting processes across various projects, with a strong focus on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Procure-to-Pay activities.
Collaborate on international projects and work closely with external (primarily German-speaking) clients
Record, review, and reconcile financial transactions within agreed timelines, including AP, AR, bank transactions, payroll-related items, and GL entries
Work with accounting data (e.g.open items, invoices, payments) with a focus on follow-ups, clarifications, and issue resolution rather than purely transactional posting
Support and coordinate end-to-end finance processes, including Procure-to-Pay, cash application, and treasury-related activities
Actively communicate with clients and internal stakeholders in German (emails, calls, meetings) andparticipatein regular status discussions
Drive resolution of open items, including chasing approvals and coordinating across finance and business teams
Support month-end closing activities and contribute to financial reporting in cooperation with financial analysts
Assistin the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards
Perform basic financial analysis toidentifydiscrepancies, trends, and areas for improvement
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and applicable legislation, adapting processes where needed
Identifyopportunities to improve finance processes and enhance efficiency and transparency
Share knowledge within the team and support junior colleagues (depending on seniority)
What you need to succeed
4+ years of experience in accounting or finance operations
Fluency in German (C1 level) is essential, both written and spoken, for daily communication with German-speaking clients
Good command of English for internal communication
Experience in accounting or finance operations
Solid understanding of accounting processes such as AP, AR, GL,Procure-to-Pay, or treasury is a strong advantage
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately with financial data
Experience with accounting systems (e.g.SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced MS Excel skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
Proactive and “can-do” attitude, with the ability to take ownership and drive topics independently
Strong communicationskills and confidence in client interaction, including the ability to follow up, push topics forward, and resolve open items
Client-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering quality and building trusted relationships
Experience in consulting, SSC, or a shared service environment is a plus
Knowledge of accounting or tax regulations is an advantage
In today’s workplace, familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and Power BI is valuable. We seek someone who uses AI to enhance productivity, supports decision-making with AI insights, embraces continuous learning, and balances human judgment with data. No AI expertise required—just a willingness to embrace technology as an enabler, not a threat.
What we offer
Work oninternational projectsfor German-speaking clients
A role with strongclient-facing exposureand space for professional growth
Junior–senior team setup with learning and knowledge sharing
Supportive PwC environment with clear development opportunities
Modern tools and structured finance processes
A wide range of benefits supporting wellbeing, learning, and work-life balance
Benefits you can enjoy while working at PwC:
Financial Rewards:Benefit from regular salary reviews, performance bonuses and other special bonuses. Enjoy meal contributions and a cafeteria benefit system offering personalized choices.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance:Enjoy our hybrid working policy, flexible working hours, 2 extra days off during Christmas along with Sick-days. Every minute of your extra work is valued and compensated.
Career Development:Engage in tailored internal and external training programs, benefit from a structured career development plan, and as an employee take advantage of discounts of up to 30% on internationally recognized certifications and qualifications from leading organizations through our PwC Academy.
Health & Well-being:Access premium benefits such as physiotherapy consultations, Multisport card and medical center membership. Take advantage of our Well-being and Work-Life Coaching program.
Supportive Culture:Participate in teambuilding activities and social events and join our employee referral program. Experience a culture with regular feedback and a supportive environment.
Global Opportunities:Seize the opportunity for international assignments and work on diverse projects with international clients. Explore the world while working with the possibility of working from abroad.
Extra perks:Use various discounts at partner companies such as cars, health care, beauty, culture or others. Transfer up to 4 telephone numbers at discounted rates.
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