Director - Accounting
Description
SoundCloud is hiring a Director of Accounting to serve as the senior accounting leader in its Berlin Accounting & Tax department, reporting directly to the VP Group Controller. You will own group consolidation, IFRS financial reporting, German HGB statutory reporting, intercompany accounts, and technical accounting positions, while directing the annual audit and leading the local accounting team. You will also lead the selection and roll-out of a dedicated group consolidation platform, replacing the current Oracle Fusion and spreadsheet process. The role requires 8+ years in top-tier audit or corporate group accounting, a professional credential such as CPA, Steuerberater, Wirtschaftsprüfer, or ACCA, and fluency in English and German.
Requirements
- 8+ years of relevant experience within top-tier audit firms or corporate group accounting environments
- Fully certified professional credentials (e.g. CPA, Steuerberater, Wirtschaftsprüfer, ACCA, or equivalent)
- Hands-on background in IFRS multi-entity consolidation, including consolidated statements across foreign currencies
- Solid understanding of the German HGB statutory framework, local compliance, and tax audit procedures
- Proven supervisory leadership managing and developing accounting personnel
- Fluency in written and spoken English and German
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP, financial close, and procurement systems
Languages
English
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
German
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
Relocation support including allowances, one-way flights, temporary accommodation, and on-the-ground arrival support
Creativity and Wellness benefit (e.g. gym membership, photography course, or book)
Employee Equity Plan
Generous professional development allowance
Flexible vacation and public holiday policy with up to 35 days of PTO annually
Free German courses at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels
Various snacks, goodies, and two free lunches weekly at the office
📍 Life in Berlin
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Population
3.6M
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Quality of Life
8.0
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English Friendly
9.0
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Tech Scene
9.0
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International
10.0
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Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
9.0
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Air Quality
6.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
8.0
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About Berlin
- •Creative and tech hub
- •Diverse neighborhoods
- •Excellent public transport
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Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters
- •Mild summers
- •Four distinct seasons
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1625 sunshine hours/year
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Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Higher petty crime than Munich
- •Some areas less safe at night
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare
- •Good hospital network
- •Charité is world-renowned
- •Wait times can vary
Quality: 9.0Access: 8.0
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Culture
- •World-class museums
- •Vibrant art scene
- •Rich history
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Nightlife
- •Famous club scene
- •Diverse nightlife
- •24/7 culture
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Recreation
- •Many parks
- •Lakes
- •Tiergarten
- •Active outdoor scene
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Cost of Living
- •More affordable than Munich
- •Prices rising rapidly
- •Still cheaper than many European capitals
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1231
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€280
🍽️ Dining out:€16
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The world's largest open audio platform and artist-first music streaming service, hosting 400+ million tracks from 40+ million creators across 190+ countries. Founded in Berlin in 2007, SoundCloud empowers independent and established artists to upload, share, promote, and monetize their music while enabling fans to discover new sounds. The first music company to introduce fan-powered royalties, SoundCloud operates as a two-sided ecosystem purpose-built for both artists and fans, generating €288 million in revenue (2023) and reaching operational profitability for the first time in its 16-year history.
Relocation support provided
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Your situation in Germany
The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.
Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.
Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.