Senior Finance & Accounting Manager - GER
Choco
Choco is on a mission to enable the global food system to become sustainable by optimizing the way food is sold, ordered, distributed, and financed. Our AI-focused software connects distributors with their customers to operate waste-free and efficiently. A problem of this magnitude requires a massive scale and only the best people will be able to solve it. Are you in?
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Meet the Team
Our Finance team is the backbone of Choco’s global growth. From Berlin to New York, we ensure the financial infrastructure supports our ambitions—whether that’s launching new markets, managing acquisitions, or building systems that scale. We're the stewards of financial integrity and the enablers of smart decision-making.
As a Senior Accountant, you'll take ownership of core accounting operations across multiple entities. You’ll help us evolve our financial processes while keeping us compliant with HGB, IFRS, and local tax laws. This is a hands-on role at the intersection of accuracy, automation, and impact.
What you’ll do
Own the month-end and year-end closing process across multiple entities
Prepare financial statements under HGB and support IFRS consolidation
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations: AP, AR, payroll, and tax filings
Manage VAT, corporate tax, and payroll tax compliance in Germany
Support financial forecasting, SaaS revenue recognition, and cash flow insights
Collaborate with auditors, tax advisors, and cross-functional teams
Continuously improve and automate finance processes
Mentor and support junior team members as we grow
The ideal candidate
Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics—or certified training (Bilanzbuchhalter IHK, Steuerfachwirt, etc.)
5+ years experience in finance/accounting roles, ideally in SaaS or fast-scaling environments
Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and tax regulations
Initial experience with IFRS and group reporting
Proficient in tools like DATEV, Lucanet, MS Business Central, Xero, and Excel/Google Sheets
Proactive, detail-oriented, and hands-on
Bonus: experience with SaaS revenue models, Stripe, multi-entity/multi-currency environments, or mentoring others
Why join us
Make a tangible impact on a purpose-driven mission to reduce food waste globally
Join a fast-growing scale-up backed by top-tier investors like Insight Partners and Bessemer
Work hybrid from Berlin or Munich, with flexibility built in
Collaborate with a diverse, international team that values curiosity, excellence, and team-first thinking
Choco was founded in 2018 in Berlin. Now, we are a dedicated team of over 200 Chocorians across Europe and the US. We seek hungry and humble individuals who embrace hard work, put our team first, and are committed to building a lasting company. Our mission demands urgency and speed while maintaining a long-term vision.
In just five years, Choco has raised $328.5 million and achieved unicorn status in 2022, with a valuation of $1.2 billion. We're supported by some of the world’s best investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Coatue Management, and LeftLane Capital.
Choco is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.