Role in brief
N26 is seeking a Director of Accounting & Reporting to lead financial system development for a global bank. This role is suited for experienced leaders in finance with a hands-on approach to process improvement.
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About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for architecting the financial integrity of N26 while driving the development of accounting systems and ERP solutions like Workday. Your leadership will ensure that the financial processes are robust and aligned with the company's product realities.
You will lead a team through significant transformation, acting as a vital connection between Finance, Product, and Risk. Success in this position means effectively navigating regulatory changes while maintaining a high standard of financial reporting and integrity.
The salary range for this role is between $41,250 and $71,250, depending on experience and qualifications.
Skills that matter here
- Finance: Your expertise in finance will guide the overall financial strategy and reporting.
- Accounting: You will oversee the accounting functions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- IFRS: A deep understanding of IFRS is necessary for maintaining financial standards.
- HGB: Knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) is essential for aligning financial practices.
- Workday: Experience with Workday will be key in building and managing accounting systems.
Who this role suits
- You have over ten years of leadership experience in banking or fintech.
- You possess a strong academic background in finance or a related field, complemented by professional certifications.
- You thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy tackling complex challenges.
- You are a hands-on leader who excels in improving broken processes and systems.
From the employer
- Drive the heavy lifting of building out our accounting systems and ERP (Workday).
- Ensure our financial 'source of truth' is industrial-grade and perfectly aligned with our product reality.
- Take end-to-end ownership of the book-close process.
- Navigate a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
- Lead your team through a phase of radical transformation.
- Act as the critical link between Finance, Product, and Risk.
- Design and implement the accounting frameworks that allow us to scale across Europe.
- 10+ years of experience in a leadership role within a Bank or Fintech.
- A university degree with a focus on Finance, Controlling, Audit, or a related field.
- Professional Certification: Wirtschaftsprüfer, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is highly preferred.
- Grit & Resilience: Mental stamina to handle the pressure of a maturing bank.
- Comfort in the Weeds: Hands-on leader who enjoys fixing broken processes.
- Technical Mastery: Profound knowledge of IFRS and German GAAP (HGB).
- Systems Architecture: Experience with reporting and closing processes.
- Decisiveness: Ability to provide clear direction in a fast-paced environment.
- Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors.
- Employee benefits including a competitive personal development budget and work from home budget.
- Access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account.
- Additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
- A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies.
- A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.
Questions about this role
What is the remote policy?
The position is fully remote.
What is the seniority level of this role?
This is a lead-level position.
How can I apply for this job?
You can apply through the N26 careers page at https://n26.com/en-eu/careers/positions/7369434.
✓ Direct apply: you message the hiring person by email. No ATS.