(Senior) Accountant (m/f/d)

Hey! We are Kapten & Son – with over 250 employees, we work every day to become Europe’s leading D2C backpack brand.

Be(come) part of the experience as a (Senior) Accountant (m/f/d)!

We’re looking for you if you’re excited to actively shape our accounting processes, take ownership in accounts payable, and drive the future of our finance structures, from automation to AI.

Start date: as soon as possible

This is what you move with us…

• You take ownership of VAT review, recording, and posting of incoming invoices, ensuring a smooth accounts payable process

• You handle day-to-day bookkeeping, including the preparation of journal entries, maintenance of fixed asset accounting, and the formation of accruals and deferrals

• You support the preparation of reports as part of monthly and annual closing processes and reliably reconcile liabilities

• You manage timely payment runs, monitor open items, and take responsibility for account reconciliation

• You drive the further development of our accounting processes, independently implement projects, and actively contribute to the design of AI and automation solutions

• You have successfully completed a commercial apprenticeship, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in Business Administration, Economics, Finance & Accounting, or a comparable field

• You bring 3–5 years of professional experience in bookkeeping or accounting

• You are communicative, empathetic, and analytical, always with a keen eye for detail and a structured way of working

• You have hands-on experience with DATEV Rechnungswesen and feel confident using it

• You bring good German skills and solid English skills, both written and spoken

• You think proactively, enjoy taking responsibility, and feel comfortable in a dynamic, fast-growing team

Your benefits with us...

• Flexible Working: Flexitime and the option to work remotely two days a week

• Workation: Want to explore the world? No problem. Work from your favourite European destination for up to two weeks a year

• Great Atmosphere: A modern office right on the Rhine, with everything you could wish for – from our in-house barista to subsidised meals

• #crewloveistruelove: Regular company and team events plus creative workshops

• Learning & Development: Personal development opportunities and quarterly feedback sessions

• Discounts: Discounted Urban Sports Club membership, Corporate Benefits, and discounts on our products

• Volunteer Day: Paid time off for your voluntary work #SocialResponsibility

→ You can find more information about our daily work on our Instagram channel: @kaptenandson.career

Being a Kapten by heart means that we are there for each other. 🧡
We do everything with all our heart and act with great passion. We think outside the box, are solution-oriented and innovative.

Carolin is looking forward to your application!