Senior CLS/GL Accounting Specialist with German

Senior CLS/GL Accounting Specialist with German

Your responsibilities

• Take ownership of General Ledger accounting activities and support accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual closing.
• Prepare and review balance sheet accounts, reconciliations and financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and HGB standards.
• Calculate, document and post provisions, recurring entries, accruals and complex manual journal entries.
• Perform valuations of inventories, accounts receivable and accounts payable in cooperation with the Finance and Controlling teams.
• Maintain General Ledger accounts and ensure the accuracy and completeness of related financial reports.
• Execute, monitor and document finance-related internal controls and SOX controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal control requirements and finance master data governance standards.
• Act as a key contact for local management, internal and external auditors, and tax teams.
• Coordinate the timely resolution of audit findings and support the implementation of relevant recommendations.
• Keep the accounting team updated on new internal and external accounting guidelines, including IFRS and HGB requirements.
• Create purchase requisitions and process service entry sheets when required.
• Support cross-functional finance activities and contribute to process improvement, standardization and automation initiatives.
• Provide guidance, knowledge sharing and coordination support within the accounting and closing teams

What we are looking for

• A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in General Ledger accounting within an IFRS and/or HGB reporting environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of IFRS and HGB accounting standards.
• Proven experience in financial statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliations and closing activities.
• Experience working with internal and external auditors and tax authorities.
• Good understanding of accounting governance, internal controls, SOX requirements and compliance processes.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Practical experience with SAP FI/CO. Knowledge of SAP ACE, ACE BI and BPM would be an advantage.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.
• A professional accounting qualification, such as ACCA, CPA or equivalent, would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with accuracy and attention to detail.
• A structured, independent and results-oriented approach to work.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to remain effective under pressure, particularly during critical closing periods.
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities

About Us ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference – to individuals, communities, businesses and society. At ArcelorMittal, the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees are our top priorities. We believe that every accident is avoidable, and it is essential for every employee, from the shop floor to the management committee, to hold this belief.

Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that have a positive benefit for people and planet. Steels made using innovative processes which use less energy, emit significantly less carbon and reduce costs. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support societies as they transform through this century. With steel at our core, our inventive people and an entrepreneurial culture at heart, we will support the world in making that change. This is what we believe it takes to be the steel company of the future.

About the Team We are part of ArcelorMittal Group – a global leader in the steel and mining industry. In Business Center of Excellence we concentrate on the development of modern technologies at the highest, world-class level. We provide services in the areas of accounting, IT, purchasing support, HR and payroll in nine languages: Polish, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Czech, Dutch and Russian to our clients – over 300 companies from Europe. Together, we create a group of over 600 specialists full of passion and creative ideas. We are constantly developing and looking for unique perspectives to create a world that connects millions.

In Business Center of Excellence we believe in driving our success through our people. Every day, facing new challenges, you are surrounded by people on whose support you can always count. In BCOE you are the one responsible for your own development. You can choose from many possibilities we offer. Feel satisfaction to work for an industry leader providing you with a sense of a stable future and career development anywhere in the world. Become a part of inspiring work environment and make your world at Business Center of Excellence.