(Senior) Accounting Manager

Permanent employee, Full-time · Berlin (HQ)

Our mission for you

Our mission for you: Build the accounting foundation of a hypergrowth energy-tech scale-up from the ground up. Your work will ensure audit readiness, enable our Series B fundraising, and create the financial infrastructure that supports our ambitious growth journey. You'll own end-to-end accounting operations, transition us from external to in-house accounting, and build scalable processes that grow with us.

The challenge: This isn't about maintaining existing processes — it's about creating them. You'll establish scalable accounting infrastructure while navigating complex energy market transactions, multi-stakeholder structures, and regulatory requirements. It's fast-paced, hands-on, and requires both precision and pragmatism.

The opportunity: If you love building, scaling, and growing with a company, this is your role. Grow from hands-on operator to Accounting Lead, build your team, and develop the skills that prepare you for Finance Leadership positions.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

Build Audit-Ready Accounting Infrastructure

• Own monthly and annual financial close under HGB — ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness

• Prepare financial statements independently and coordinate tax compliance with external advisors

• Navigate complex energy market transactions and deliver clean audits

Strategic Finance Projects

• You're hands-on and strategic — you build the foundation, then help scale & expand into new markets

• Build our in-house accounting function from scratch — transition key processes from external providers to internal operations

• Be part of big finance IT transformations such as ERP & other finance tools

Bridge Accounting & Business Operations

• Serve as primary contact for auditors, external bookkeeping, and tax advisors

• Translate complex accounting topics into clear business language for Founders and leadership

• Partner with RevOps, Sales, and Tech teams to ensure financial data integrity

Build & Lead Your Team

• Lead your first team member within 3 months

• Define team structure, roles, and create a culture of ownership and continuous improvement

Who we are looking for

Must-haves:

• 5–7 years accounting experience in Big Four (Audit/Consulting) and/or scale-ups — you've mastered HGB financial statements, managed full-cycle close, and coordinated annual audits. Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK), CPA, ACCA, or similar certifications are a big plus

• DATEV expert (REWE & DUO); Modern ERP experience is a plus

• Tech-forward mindset: Excel power user with curiosity for workflow automation and AI tools (ChatGPT, Langdock, n8n, Zapier)

• Business partner mindset: You make accounting complexity simple for non-finance stakeholders

• Leadership-ready: Excited to lead your first team member and grow into a leadership role

• Business fluent in English; German business level or willingness to reach it quickly (we support you with language training)

Nice-to-haves:

• Energy, utilities, or regulated industries experience

• IFRS exposure or international accounting knowledge

• Experience transitioning accounting from external to in-house

• Coding skills: VBA, Python, or SQL

Don't match everything? Apply anyway — we value drive, curiosity, and potential.

Why us?

Your Impact & Growth

• Build the accounting infrastructure that powers our hypergrowth journey

• Clear career path: Accounting Lead within 12-16 months with structured milestones and development

• Learn from an experienced Finance team with Big Four and top-tier consulting backgrounds

• Annual L&D budget, dedicated learning days, and coaching sessions

Flexible Working & Work-Life Balance

• Beautiful Berlin office with vibrant, collaborative culture

• Flexible working hours and 30 vacation days

• Modern tech stack — AI, automation, and tools that make your work efficient and enjoyable

Attractive Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Meal vouchers, tax-free extras, and Urban Sports membership

Diversity & Inclusion

• Everyone is welcome here — we are committed to an inclusive workplace that values diversity

• We encourage people of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and physical or neurodiverse backgrounds to apply

About us

trawa is a fast-growing energy start-up that is revolutionizing the way businesses procure and manage their energy consumption and costs. Our mission is to make sustainable energy accessible and affordable for every business. We are seeking talented individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact and contributing to our shared success.