Senior Accountant

About the Company:

World is building a real human network designed to accelerate people in the age of AI. As bots and autonomous agents reshape the internet, people, institutions, and applications need a trusted way to confirm who is a real human while preserving privacy. Our products make this possible: the Orb verifies real people, World ID proves it privately, and World App enables and distributes the new applications made possible by this technology. Together, they form a new layer for AI internet.

We’re one of the fastest-growing networks in tech. More than 17 million people across 160 countries have verified with World ID, and we complete over 350,000 verifications each week. World App is already among the most used wallets globally. Developers are integrating World ID to build safer online experiences and create spaces where real people can participate, earn, and be recognized in ways AI simply can’t replicate.

World was founded in 2019 and launched globally in 2023. We are more than 400 people across hardware, software, AI, cryptography, mobile engineering, and global operations. Our teams come from OpenAI, Tesla, SpaceX, Apple, Google, Stripe, Meta, Coinbase, Palantir and MIT Media Lab. We’re backed by leading investors, including a16z, Khosla Ventures, Bain Capital Crypto, Blockchain Capital, Variant, Tiger Global, and Coinbase Ventures, as well as prominent operators and founders across fintech and AI.

World has been featured on the cover of TIME Magazine, highlighted in Fast Company’s Next 5 in Fintech, and explored in a Bloomberg deep dive. The New York Times, Bankless and TechCrunch have all recognized our progress in identity, cryptography, AI, and global-scale hardware deployment. Our leadership is also named to the Time AI 100.

This opportunity would be with Tools for Humanity.

About the Team:

The Finance team at Tools for Humanity plays a key role in managing company payments, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting financial forecasting. We partner closely with all departments and leaders to ensure the company stays financially healthy and well-positioned for growth.

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for a proactive, experienced, and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing team in Germany. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting operations and experience working with inventory. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities and ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. You will also work closely with company leadership and contribute to financial planning and process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities

• Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts

• Process payroll and assist with payroll tax filings

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial reports for internal stakeholders

• Keep thorough and organized records of all financial transactions

• Support financial audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors

• Monitor and analyze financial data to identify trends and suggest improvements

• Support budgeting, cash flow, and forecasting activities

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax rules, and regulatory requirements

• Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including inventory, operations, and finance in the US

• Contribute to improving accounting processes, especially around inventory tracking and costing

• Take initiative to identify and solve issues before they escalate

• Perform other related tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Native or fluent in both German and English (Must have)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Big Four public accounting experience is preferred; Big10 or other reputable accounting firms also considered.

• At least 3~5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a technology startup or international environment

• Direct experience with inventory accounting is required (20% of role is inventory accounting, ideally with manufacturing exposure).

• Strong understanding of German GAAP and/or IFRS

• Experience using accounting systems such as SAP S/4HANA, or similar ERP software

• CPA or Wirtschaftsprüfer (WP) qualification is a plus

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Able to work independently, manage deadlines, and take initiative

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international team environment