Senior Accountant/ Bilanzbuchhalter (m/f/d)

As a vital part of the global Safran family, our Hamburg site is the beating heart of helicopter engines innovation for Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe, as well as Central Asia. Our impact? Massive: Every day, our 70 colleagues from 15 nations unite cutting-edge technology with unparalleled expertise to fulfill one crucial mission: to keep our customers flying. From emergency services to defense operations, our engines power the moments that matter most. Currently, we are building our new facility, HanSafran, on ca. 6,000 square meters, emphasizing our principles of growth and sustainability. With our new location, we aim to operate climate-neutrally at Nordport in Norderstedt. Join us at Safran Helicopter Engines Germany, where your career can truly take flight.

For our finance team, we are currently looking for an unlimited

Bilanzbuchhalter/ Senior Accountant (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the company's accounting operations in close partnership with the finance team in accordance with German GAAP and IFRS
• Play a key role in month-end and year-end closing processes to guarantee timely and precise financial results
• Lead key parts of the annual budgeting process and strategic 5-year plans in close collaboration with the CFO
• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports for management and external stakeholders

Your skills & qualifications:

• Qualification as a Senior Accountant or similar role (e.g. Certified in international accounting standards - CINA) with a minimum of 5 years of experience
• In-depth understanding of German GAAP and IFRS
• Expertise in processing debits and credits as well as proficient Balance Sheet accounting
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Fluent German (B2) and Intermediate English (B1)

Your benefits:

• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation
• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours, mobile working and modern work tools to help you perform at your best
• 40 training hours per year for your continuous development
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as
- Supplementary health insurance
- Company pension scheme
- Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket
- Net income booster benefits
- Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits
• Free of charge health check-ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events
• Company leasing of bicycles
• An annual budget for individual specialist literature
and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?
Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements.
We look forward to receiving your application! In case of any question, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Business Partner, Johanna.

Contact Details
SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH
Johanna Rathjen – HR Business Partner • Tel. +49 (0) 40 500 216 99 • E-Mail: [email protected]

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.
Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME.

Safran Helicopter Engines est le leader mondial de la motorisation pour hélicoptères, avec plus de 75 000 moteurs produits depuis sa création. La société offre la plus large gamme de turbomoteurs et compte 2 500 clients répartis dans 155 pays.