SHORT

The job purpose is to oversee and manage the financial records of entities (focus: Gas sales entities) in the Accounting service of SEFE GmbH, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This role typically involves the monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Reporting of large entities and takes responsibility for complex transactions regarding preparation and analysis of financial statement effect in interaction with business partners as well as lead function for Accounting-related projects.

It is a fixed term role.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Preparation of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB as well as the reporting packages in accordance with IFRS for Group companies, especially Gas sales entities
• Coordinate accounting issues and processes independently with the respective responsible units and interfaces
• Independent analysis of complex issues from an accounting perspective
• evelopment of booking concepts for mapping current business transactions
• Responsibility for Accounting-relevant optimization and harmonization projects (e.g., S4 HANA)
• Determination and recording of accruals, deferrals and value adjustments

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration or similar
• Experienced Senior Accountant, with longterm experience post qualification, ideally in energy sector.
• Strong understanding of German GAAP as well as IFRS
• Hands-on experience working with complex accounting topics and corresponding process landscape.
• Experience of working with vast amounts of data, and financial reporting thereon.
• Strong analytical skills and solution-oriented attitude for complex issues.
• High motivation as proactive individual and team player.
• Diligent and dependable, approaching work with an attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills and strong communication skills.
• Fluent in German and ideally English.

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to exploring our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Join SEFE and help us secure gas supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

OUR BENEFITS

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you and recognises your contribution. Right from the start, we offer you great freedom of action and early assumption of responsibility in an exciting international working environment. In addition to targeted support for your professional and personal qualifications, you will receive numerous company benefits, such as:

• Flexible working hours with the option of hybrid working
• Attractive remuneration package
• Attractive working environment in a central location
• A team-oriented environment with an open feedback culture
• Job ticket and bike leasing
• Health provision and company sports offers
• Company pension scheme
• 30 vacation days and special leave