Expert Accounting Germany

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech startup from Munich, Germany. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Starting date: May 2025
Compensation package: €45,000–€50,000 in yearly salary, €20,000–€40,000 in equity. Additionally, up to €5,000 p.a. in company benefits
Work model: Part-time (20 hours/week). Hybrid in Munich or remote in Germany; however, occasional travel to Munich is required.

As our Expert Accounting Germany (f/m/d), you are responsible for shaping Orbem’s accounting processes and ensuring compliance with best practices. You will work closely with the Director of Finance to define, establish, and execute our accounting processes, supporting our team of over 130 people.

Your dedication to daily accounting tasks, combined with a focus on optimizing and automating processes, supports our growth, which has been fueled by over EUR 30 million in Series A funding.

Our goal is to implement the most efficient accounting systems, utilizing platforms like Spendesk and Netsuite.

As the primary contact for Accounting and Tax for our main German entity “Orbem GmbH”, you will shape financial processes in compliance with national and international standards. 

Your responsibilities include: 

• Define, implement, and execute best practice accounting processes for our German legal entity within a new ERP system for a growing team. 

• Lead process improvement projects across Accounting and Tax.

• Ensure the stable execution of daily accounting operations and manage month and year-end closes in collaboration with our tax consultant. 

• Adhere to local accounting standards and complete balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy. 

• Ensure the accuracy of our tax reporting (primarily VAT) together with our tax consultant. 

• Provide accounting guidance to other operating companies the director of Finance, and develop accounting talent. 

• Coordinate periodic financial reviews and audits with external firms. 

• Support Orbem’s growth by contributing to the evaluation of our international expansion from a Tax & Accounting perspective.

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline such as the German “Bilanzbuchhalter:in.”

• 5+ years of experience in accounting and tax according to German GAAP (“HGB”).

• Deep technical understanding of accounting systems and modern German accounting standards.

• Proven capability to execute and define accounting processes and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Fluent in English and German, possessing great communication skills. 

• You leverage your critical thinking and analytical skills in decision-making.

• You have assumed project management roles in the past.

• You have experience with IFRS in addition to HGB.

• You have successfully implemented or substantially changed existing accounting systems.

• You have a deep understanding of accounting processes and know how to automate them.

• You have been the primary contact person within accounting and tax audits.

• Experience with Spendesk and Netsuite is a plus.

International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.
  
  

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.
  
  

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you. 

As an Expert Accounting Germany, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: www.orbem.ai 

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!