Second Foundation is an international energy trading and asset management firm headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, with offices in Switzerland, Germany, Japan and the US. Our team of 400 professionals specializes in power trading, transforming complex data into market-leading trading strategies through advanced technology and sophisticated quantitative modelling.
We are currently seeking an Accountant to support outsourced accounting operations for our entities in Germany. In this role, you will cooperate with external accounting providers, contributing to smooth coordination of accounting activities across multiple entities, and ensure accurate, compliant, and timely financial reporting and monthly closings.
What would you work on?
- Support and coordinate outsourced accounting activities for assigned legal entities in Germany.
- Coordinate month-end closing activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting deliverables with external accounting providers.
- Review general ledger postings and ensure accounting accuracy and compliance.
- Act as point of contact for external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors.
- Ensure compliance with German statutory requirements as well as internal group policies and processes.
- Support process improvements and help maintain efficient cooperation across finance stakeholders.
What makes you a great candidate?
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in an international environment or with outsourced accounting structures.
- Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
- Experience with coordinating external accounting providers or multiple legal entities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Fluency in English and Czech language; German is considered a plus.
What we offer?
- Brand new office in the city center – Masarycka.
- Competitive salary package with the possibility of a yearly bonus.
- 25 days of paid holiday.
- Flexible working hours and home-office options.
- High-end workstation.
- Sponsored lunch in the office. Every workday.
- Free snacks at the office.
- Multisport Card – fully paid by the company.
- Colleagues who are absolute experts in what they do.
Skills Required
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience with coordinating external accounting providers
- Fluency in English and Czech language; German is a plus
What We Do
Second Foundation is a tech company active in energy markets. A young company based in Prague that quickly grew into an international player in the modern energy sector, focusing on electricity trading, renewable energy production, battery storage, and flexible asset management. We operate at 25 markets from USA to Japan. With innovative proprietary technology and advanced trading algorithms, we are committed to maximizing the value of renewable energies while supporting the energy transition
