Financial & Payroll Accountant (m/f/d)

WHO WE ARE Knots, Till Freitag and Leafworks are dynamic and innovative companies specializing in the development of modern solutions for the digital workplace. With a strong focus on high performance, internationality and remote work, we are looking for an exceptional personality to actively shape and strategically develop our teams and our corporate culture. LEAVE YOUR FOOTPRINT We’re looking for an Accountant with 3+ years of experience who combines solid accounting skills with a forward-looking mindset. You’ll be responsible for core accounting tasks such as payroll, accounting operations, and optimzing accountant processes. YOUR TALENT Must have: Formal accounting education or certification. Minimum of 3+ years of professional accounting experience in a German company / ecosystem, including HGB knowledge and hands-on experience. Language skills: Native German and fluent English. Solid experience with: Salaries, social security, insurance contributions, and other statutory obligations Accounting operations (AP/AR, reconciliations, financial reporting) Year-end accounting processes and reporting standards Hands-on DATEV experience. Analytical, detail-oriented, and structured working style. Self-starter with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Proven track record in optimizing accounting processes, ideally using IT solutions, automation, or digital tools. Awareness of automation opportunities in accounting and interest in working with AI-driven financial tools. Nice to have: Experience with ERP systems such as SAP FI/CO, Oracle, Navision, Dynamics, etc. Knowledge of or experience with SQL and Python is a huge advantage for this role. Familiarity with Billomat. Background in financial planning, public funding, or investment processes. Experience with Stripe. HAVE AN IMPACT Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), reconciliations, and reporting. Oversee payroll and salaries, ensuring compliance with social security, insurance, and other statutory obligations. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Ensure compliance with local accounting standards (German GAAP / HGB, IFRS, etc.). Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate accounting processes with other business systems and tools. Explore and analyze data-driven financial insights, proactively suggesting areas for process and cost optimization. Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, leveraging digital and AI-driven solutions. Take initiative on forward-looking financial projects, such as financial planning, public funding, or investment opportunities, once core processes are automated. WHY CXA Play a key role in shaping the company’s operational backbone. Work in a fast-moving, remote-first environment with a lot of autonomy. Make a real impact by building systems that scale. Collaborate with a smart, driven, and supportive team. We are an international, multicultural team. We look at the people first and then the qualifications, in that order. No matter your education, how old you are, where you live, where you come from or what your CV looks like. “Come as you are, be yourself.” “Micro-management” is not your style: neither is ours You can schedule your own working hours. We work 100% remotely. Fancy a co-working session with colleagues in your area now and then? We're always happy to. It's the result that counts: you decide how you work. Based on trust: Trust is everything. Period Remote is where the magic happens: you get all the equipment you need to work. Get to the next level: Further qualifications, training or courses? Speak to us directly, that's part of it too. Stay connected: We live transparency and openness through regular exchanges and feedback talks. Prepare for challenges: You won't find boring projects with us Be ready to get out of your comfort zone. Here to stay: We build on long-term cooperation. We do not have fixed-term contracts. The WE counts: We strengthen our sense of cohesion and our very special CXA culture through numerous co-workings and team events in Germany, Spain, and abroad. Get started right away: Onboarding that makes you feel at home, your onboarding buddy is at your side from day one. Sounds cool? Great, then just send us your CV. We don't need a cover letter