Accountant / Assistant Accountant (m/f/d)

Mitsui & Co., Ltd. is one of the world's leading trading and investment companies, operating through a global network of 119 offices across 62 countries. Leveraging our diverse expertise, international presence, and decades of experience, we develop innovative, customer-focused solutions and create sustainable value for our business partners and society.

Mitsui & Co. Deutschland GmbH is active across a broad range of business sectors, including Chemicals & Plastics, Infrastructure & Machinery, Steel Products, Information Technology, and Logistics. As part of the global Mitsui network, we offer an international working environment with diverse career development opportunities and exciting challenges in a dynamic business landscape.

We are looking to fill the following position in our Business Support and Control Department as soon as possible:

Accountant / Assistant Accountant (m/f/d)

Full-time 38,5 hrs/week, permanent employment

Key responsibilities:

As part of our Business Support and Control Department, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and business support through financial analysis and accounting expertise. Your responsibilities will include:

Processing, verifying, and posting supplier and customer invoices

Supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities

Analysing financial performance and business results against budgets and forecasts

Maintaining general ledger accounts and ensuring the accuracy of accounting master data

Acting as a trusted business partner and point of contact for accounting-related matters across various business departments

Supporting the implementation of new projects, system enhancements, and process improvements within the Accounting and Business Support and Control Department

Preparing and submitting Intrastat reports and VAT returns

Reviewing and monitoring VAT-relevant transactions to ensure compliance with applicable regulations

Supporting the calculation and reporting of corporate and trade tax obligations

Preparing financial reports, analyses, statistics, and management information to support business decision-making

Contributing to forecasting, budgeting, and business planning processes

Your qualifications and Experience:

Successfully completed university studies (bachelor’s or master’s degree) in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Or completed commercial training supplemented by further professional qualification as an Accountant (IHK), ideally as an International Accountant (IHK)

Professional experience in accounting, finance, taxation, or a comparable position.

Sound knowledge of German accounting principles (HGB) and a good understanding of international accounting standards.

Solid knowledge of taxation, particularly VAT regulations and compliance requirements.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Experience working with SAP S/4HANA or SAP HANA.

Your skills and competencies:

Business-fluent German and English, both written and spoken.

Strong analytical thinking and a high affinity for numbers and financial data.

Ability to analyse complex financial information and translate findings into meaningful business insights.

Structured, detail-oriented, and independent working style with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

High degree of reliability, accountability, and professional integrity.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Proactive mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Team-oriented approach combined with the confidence to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

Your Benefits at Mitsui:

Flexible working hours (38.5-hour week)

Remote work up to 2 days per week

30 days of annual leave

Attractive training and development opportunities

Company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits

Holiday and Christmas bonuses

Mobility allowance (e.g., public transport)

Bike leasing (JobRad)

Discounted fitness programs and employee benefits

Regular team and corporate events

Contact:

We look forward to receiving your application in English. Please include your salary expectations and earliest possible start date and send your application to: RecruitingDUSAJ@mitsui.com.