The Role
Full-cycle double-entry bookkeeping to trial balance, VAT returns, payroll and year-end support. Manage billing, credit control and financial records, liaise with external accountants, banks and auditors, and improve accounting processes to ensure compliance with German statutory requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
We're looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team onsite here in Berlin.
Based in London, Berlin & Japan, BSI Merch is a global artist services company helping artists, labels & managers connect with fans through merchandise, e-commerce and creative campaign support.
This is a full-time, 5 days per week position based in our Berlin office (09:00 – 17:00).
Tasks
Main duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Bookkeeping & Reporting: Perform full-cycle, double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance and assist with year-end accounts preparation.
* Billing & Credit Control: Oversee billing and credit control functions, ensuring timely invoicing, effective debt collection and providing weekly reports on debtors and creditors.
* Tax & Compliance: Prepare, calculate and submit VAT returns, and handle payroll — ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
* Financial Oversight: Oversee and manage general accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and systems, including maintenance of accounting records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
* Work closely with our external accountants TMO to ensure robust and accurate accounts.
* Liaise with banks, external auditors, advisors and regulatory authorities.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.
* Ensure adherence to established filing systems and records retention policies, maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
* Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance team.
Requirements
* Previous experience with German accounting is required
* English language fluency is required
* German language fluency is preferred
* Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with accounting software — Xero experience preferred
* Experience with international VAT and statutory reporting
* Solid understanding of financial processes and double-entry bookkeeping
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits
* A welcoming and creative work environment in our Berlin office, located in the heart of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
* Monthly team lunches and occasional social events
* A supportive, friendly atmosphere where your contributions matter and your growth is encouraged
* Be part of a dynamic artist services & merchandise company working on exciting projects with a passionate team
Based in London, Berlin & Japan, BSI Merch is a global artist services company helping artists, labels & managers connect with fans through merchandise, e-commerce and creative campaign support.
This is a full-time, 5 days per week position based in our Berlin office (09:00 – 17:00).
Tasks
Main duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Bookkeeping & Reporting: Perform full-cycle, double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance and assist with year-end accounts preparation.
* Billing & Credit Control: Oversee billing and credit control functions, ensuring timely invoicing, effective debt collection and providing weekly reports on debtors and creditors.
* Tax & Compliance: Prepare, calculate and submit VAT returns, and handle payroll — ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
* Financial Oversight: Oversee and manage general accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and systems, including maintenance of accounting records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
* Work closely with our external accountants TMO to ensure robust and accurate accounts.
* Liaise with banks, external auditors, advisors and regulatory authorities.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.
* Ensure adherence to established filing systems and records retention policies, maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
* Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance team.
Requirements
* Previous experience with German accounting is required
* English language fluency is required
* German language fluency is preferred
* Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with accounting software — Xero experience preferred
* Experience with international VAT and statutory reporting
* Solid understanding of financial processes and double-entry bookkeeping
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Benefits
* A welcoming and creative work environment in our Berlin office, located in the heart of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
* Monthly team lunches and occasional social events
* A supportive, friendly atmosphere where your contributions matter and your growth is encouraged
* Be part of a dynamic artist services & merchandise company working on exciting projects with a passionate team
Skills Required
- Previous experience with German accounting
- English language fluency
- German language fluency
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experience with accounting software
- Xero experience
- Experience with international VAT and statutory reporting
- Solid understanding of financial processes and double-entry bookkeeping
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work onsite in Berlin full-time (5 days/week)
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The Company
What We Do
BSI Merch & Artist Services is a global artist services company that connects artists and fans through merchandise, e-commerce, and creative campaigns. They provide leading merchandise solutions for top music artists globally, with a strong focus on innovative and ethical strategies to support the music industry.
