Group Accountant (m/f/d)

We are a specialty vaccine company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases addressing unmet medical needs. We take a highly specialized and targeted approach, applying our deep expertise across multiple vaccine modalities, focused on providing either first-, best- or only-in-class vaccine solutions.

Responsibilities

As Group Accountant within Valneva’s Consolidation & IFRS team, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely consolidated financial statements and external financial reports to the stock exchanges. Your responsibilities will span IFRS-based reporting, system and process enhancement, and close collaboration with external auditors and stakeholders across the group.

• Review and validate reporting packages submitted by subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy, consistency and compliance with group policies
• Execute monthly/quarterly consolidation procedures, including intercompany eliminations and adjustments
• Prepare quarterly group-level analytical commentaries to support external reporting disclosures
• Prepare IFRS-compliant disclosures and notes for interim and annual consolidated financial statements
• Review iXBRL tagging in line with applicable taxonomy frameworks (e.g. SEC, ESEF)
• Compile documentation and provide clear explanations to external auditors on consolidation and reporting matters
• Perform and document SOX 404 internal controls, ensuring effectiveness and audit readiness
• Assess the IFRS implications of business transactions and draft technical accounting memos
• Responsible for dedicated technical accounting areas (e.g. IFRS 15, IFRS 2)
• Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of the Group Accounting Manual
• Support with the implementation and optimization of consolidation systems and other finance digitalization projects
• Assist in the adoption and rollout of new accounting standards, including IFRS 18

Requirements

• University degree in Accounting/Finance and solid IFRS education
• IFRS proficiency is required
• 3+ years of experience in accounting and reporting, including experience in IFRS and stock exchange regulatory environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in accounting, group consolidation and preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS, preferably in an international company
• Familiarity with SOX and internal control frameworks
• Experience with consolidation and reporting tools (e.g. Tagetik, Lucanet, Workiva) and/or ERP systems
• Exposure to software implementation and digitalization projects
• Excellent command of English (German or French is a plus)
• High resilience, reliability, and commitment to quality

Benefits

Working with Valneva means being part of a global biotech company with a clear vision to make a meaningful impact in the world. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic and innovative work environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting, impactful assignments. Enjoy the benefits of flat hierarchies, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that foster collaboration and connection.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work Life Balance: Flexitime & Compensation days
• Financial perks: Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
• Lifelong learning: Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning & German/English courses for free
• Health & Wellbeing: Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs & Office Massages

Join us and shape the future of biotechnology!

Due to legal reasons we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary for this position, which is € 52.000 gross per year based on full-time employment. However our salaries are market oriented and in line with your qualifications and experience.