We are a rapidly growing embodied AI company revolutionizing human labor. Leveraging cutting-edge robotics and advanced artificial intelligence, we develop transformative technologies that redefine how work is done across multiple industries—empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and unlock new possibilities.
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Accounting & Finance Manager based in Stuttgart who can effectively bridge strategic financial planning with hands-on operational tasks. This role is essential for delivering accurate financial reporting for board meetings with our investors, establishing robust financial processes, and managing daily transactional activities.
Your Responsibilities:
Accounting & Finance Operations
Support the establishment of accounting structures for new manufacturing operations in Germany, including inventory accounting, cost centre frameworks, and financial controls.
Manage the month-end close process in Germany and the United States, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting assessments for customer contracts.
Prepare and review local GAAP financial statements, including support on management reports.
Develop and execute monthly analytics comparing actuals vs. budget, providing insights and driving working capital improvement initiatives.
Establish and monitor inventory accounting and control procedures, overseeing valuation, movement tracking, and physical inventory counts across German facilities.
Build collaborative relationships with local authorities (customs, fiscal, and statistics offices) and support financial statement and regulatory audits.
Contribute to global consolidation, cross-border reporting, and financial harmonization, combining attention to detail with a strategic perspective on international operations.
Transformation & Continuous Improvement
Lead the in-sourcing of key accounting activities currently handled by external providers, driving the transition to internal ownership.
Spearhead the implementation of statutory ledger reporting in a global ERP system, including chart of accounts mapping, reconciliations, and tax reporting setup.
Drive continuous optimization of processes, systems, and internal controls, collaborating closely with internal teams across borders and external partners to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Strategic Support
Serve as a trusted advisor to management on financial and investment decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements across the organization.
Education & Experience
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or a certified accountant qualification.
3+ years of professional accounting experience, ideally including in-house roles in international environments (startup, scale-up, or industry).
Strong technical expertise in HGB and knowledge of US GAAP.
Proven track record in monthly/annual closing, audit preparation, and Accounts Payable management.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, or Oracle is a strong plus.
Demonstrated ability to design, document, and improve accounting workflows with attention to accuracy and control.
Proficient in both German and English (required for daily collaboration).
A hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive working style, with comfort operating in fast-growing, evolving environments.
Soft Skills
A hands-on, proactive mindset with a high degree of ownership and attention to detail.
Excellent time management, structured working style, and strong communication skills.
A strategic thinker with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving in a technology-driven environment.
Fluency in written and spoken English (German optional).
Our interview plan:
Application
Take‑home assignment: You’ll complete a short, role‑relevant task with clear instructions and a deadline.
Cultural fit interview (40 min): A conversation about how you work, what motivates you, and what you’re looking for. Expect CV highlights, your “why,” and time for your questions.
Interview with our Finance Director (60 min): A discussion on vision, impact, and how the role connects to company priorities.
On‑site visit: Meet the team and one of the Founders at our office and collaborate on a real challenge similar to the work you’d do here. You’ll get a clear feel for the environment and ways of working.
What We Offer:
Wellpass (gym membership)
Free meals at the workplace
Flexible working hours
Option to work from home
A key role in an innovative AI-robotics startup
Wide-ranging scope for shaping and developing our Finance department
A motivated team and an open corporate culture
Competitive compensation and excellent opportunities for development
Top Skills
What We Do
Sereact's mission is to drive your economic growth by closing automation gaps in your intralogistics. Our AI software enables machines to perceive their environment and develop solution strategies on their own, thus qualifying them to become autonomous skilled workers. By leveraging embodied AI for robotics, we ensure that our systems not only think but also physically interact with their surroundings in an intelligent manner.
Sereact's AI software for autonomous robotics fully automates pick-and-place processes, making them more efficient, reliable and resilient. Our goal is to optimize your supply chain with minimal integration effort to increase productivity in your warehouse from the first pick while significantly reducing costs.
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