As a Accounting Manager Germany (m/f/d) - German speaker, you will be the subject matter expert in Statutory (HGB) and US GAAP accounting to deliver accurate monthly financial reporting, trial balance analysis, annual statutory financial statements and audits. You will build strong understanding of statutory requirements, Emerson internal controls, accounting policies and help mitigate accounting and reporting risk. You will bring fresh perspective to enhance accounting processes, conduct day-to-day accounting work and drive issue remediation, coordinate annual external and internal audits, ensure timely completion of regulatory/statistical reporting to governmental authorities.
This role will closely collaborate with accounting shared services team and VAT center of excellence on a day-to-day basis to ensure accurate accounting and reporting. You will also work closely with broader finance and cross functional teams to ensure accounting compliance, adherence to Emerson accounting policies and reporting.
- Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, including preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial statements and disclosures in line with local regulations and Emerson policies
- Close partnership with Finance and Shared Services to ensure timely month-end close process and effectively resolve technical accounting issues.
- Complete monthly, quarterly and annual "data request" submissions to EMEA HQ team.
- Actively contribute to the completeness and quality of account reconciliations and balance sheet analysis on a monthly and quarterly basis. Execute necessary remediation plans for open and unreconciled items.
- Maintain depth and breadth of expertise in Statutory/Technical accounting.
- Interpret accounting standards and internal policies, providing guidance on complex accounting issues and supporting implementation of new requirements.
- Develop and enhance process documentation, process maps and risk control matrix to improve the internal control framework.
- Drive consistency and harmonization of accounting policies and processes across German legal entities.
- Partner with Internal auditors, external auditors to resolve complex technical accounting matters for Statutory and US GAAP audits.
- Lead initiatives defined by management.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships with EMEA HQ, local finance teams, shared services, and operational stakeholders.
- Ensure transparency on deliverables and timelines, maintaining clear and proactive communication with stakeholders.
- Prepare needed journal entries and support shared services with accounting queries.
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to balance operational tasks (e.g., journal entries) with guiding and supporting less experienced colleagues
- Strong expertise in accounting fundamentals, particularly HGB and US GAAP
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration and leadership skills
- High level of integrity and ethical standards in all business activities
- Project Management experience
- Strong motivation to continuously learn, develop, and grow professionally
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics from an accredited university
- More than 10 years of experience with HGB and US GAAP, preferably at a multinational company
- Fluent in German language with good English language skills
- Strong SAP expertise (especially FICO) and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- In-depth experience with Hyperion/HFM
- Proven expertise in technical accounting with a strong command of HGB (statutory) and US GAAP.
- Experience managing external and internal audits including preparation of statutory financial statements (notes and management report)
- Ability to anticipate, identify and resolve complex accounting issues.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Hands-on accounting and organizational experience, including coordination with multiple teams / projects simultaneously.
- Process oriented and strong data management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, and matrix organization, with a high level of adaptability to change
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism, combined with a positive and proactive attitude.
- Ability to manage large volumes of datasets.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
We place great importance on your development, which is why we want to ensure that at Emerson you not only find a role, but also a work environment that encourages and supports you. To ensure that you grow not only professionally but also personally, we offer a wide range of attractive employee benefits:
Attractive compensation package, including additional benefits
Company cafeteria offering fresh and healthy meals daily
On-site medical consultations and employee counseling services
Discount on the Deutschlandticket
Attractive sports and leisure activities through our Hansefit program
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
- More than 10 years' experience with HGB and US GAAP, preferably at a multinational
- Fluent German and good English language skills
- Strong SAP expertise (especially FICO)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- In-depth experience with Hyperion/HFM
- Proven technical accounting expertise and strong command of HGB and US GAAP
- Experience managing external and internal audits and preparing statutory financial statements
- Ability to identify and resolve complex accounting issues
- Project management experience
- Hands-on accounting and organizational experience coordinating multiple teams/projects
- Process-oriented with strong data management skills
- Ability to manage large volumes of datasets
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, matrix organization
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs have been strengthened with a 401(k) plus company-supported contributions such as profit sharing and a recent cash-balance transition for certain participants. These features are positioned as differentiators among large industrial peers.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan introduced in 2026 enables discounted share purchases via payroll deductions. This adds an accessible ownership element to the total rewards mix.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes PTO, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave within a broad benefits suite. Coverage breadth aligns with large-employer norms across locations, though specifics vary.
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