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Business Administration Specialist, Finance & Operations

Overview

The company is a global, well-established manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions for liquid products, operating across several international production sites and serving leading brands in the food and non-food industries.

As the key contact for accounting and operations professionals, you’ll handle daily finance tasks while supporting HR, purchasing, and office management. Under the mentorship of the General Manager, you’ll gain hands-on experience, grow into full autonomy, and take on broader responsibilities. This role offers close collaboration with the local team, other subsidiaries, and HQ, providing valuable exposure to an international business environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily accounting, invoicing, payments, and account reconciliations
  • Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including ageing reports
  • Assist on timely monthly and year-end closings and compliance with German standards
  • Operate DATEV accounting software and Priority ERP systems for transaction processing and reports
  • Support audit preparation, tax documentation, and financial reporting. Coordinate payroll administration with outsourced partners

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in accounting and/or office management
  • Knowledge of DATEV or any other relevant accounting software
  • Fluency in written and spoken German (B2 level or higher); good English required
  • Proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with financial reporting tools
  • Bachelor in BA or, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – an advantage
  • Ability to work independently with a strong sense of ownership
  • Willingness to work on-site full-time for the first 6 months (hybrid possible later)

Benefits

This position offers a unique opportunity for a young professional eager to build a solid foundation in 360° business and administrative operations — an ideal stepping stone toward future roles such as CFO or General Manager.

If you’re looking to launch your career in a global setting, working alongside experienced and highly skilled managers and mentors, don’t miss this exceptional opportunity.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay — what truly matters is your drive to learn and grow.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining us, that’s great! 

  1. Please send us a CV along with a cover letter, and we will respond within five working days with an update on your application. In your cover letter, feel free to share relevant information linked to the job description.
  2. If you successfully pass the initial screening, a representative from HR will contact you. This first interview ensures that your career aspirations align with the job specifications, salary, start date, and conditions.
  3. If you pass the first interview, another will be set up with the hiring manager, with a test on strengths and skills for the job you applied for
  4. A final interview as a shortlisted candidate with a management team member to finalise the application process. A contract with a proposal for hire will be forthcoming in the next five working days.