International Accountant

TLDR

Ensure accurate financial reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions while collaborating with teams globally to enhance accounting processes.

Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Imagine a Worldwithout borders, where opportunities are endless. That's the future of work, and we're building it at WorkMotion. Our all-in-one HR platform makes it easy to hire and manage global teams, ensuring compliance and streamlining processes. So whether you're a digital nomad or a remote-first company, we've got you covered.

Ready to join the future of work? Let's build something amazing together. As we value work-life balance, please only apply if you're based within 2 hours of the Central European Timezone.

Our International Accounting team is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and internationally minded professional to join us as an International Accountant.

 In this role, you’ll ensure accurate financial reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support efficient accounting and reporting processes.

What you will do as an International Accountant

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations for several entities, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including group consolidation and analytical reports.
  • Review and submit VAT and other tax declarations, ensuring accuracy and timely filing.
  • Ensure compliance with local statutory and tax obligations, including coordination with local providers for the preparation of transfer pricing studies and related documentation.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and local accounting service providers.
  • Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy of financial statements, including bank reconciliations.
  • Support process improvements and strengthen internal controls within the finance department.

Requirements

What we are looking for…

  • 3–5 years of experience in accounting, ideally within an international or multicompany environment.
  • Solid knowledge of accounting principles, VAT compliance, and group reporting.
  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Netsuite) and strong Excel skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across teams and countries.
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written); other European languages are a plus.

Desirable (but not required):

  • Experience with transfer pricing or inter-company transactions.
  • Understanding of multi-currency accounting.
  • Adaptability and ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
  • Previous experience in a start-up or fast-growing company.

Benefits

Our benefits and perks…

  • Global, remote, and thriving:  We're a global team of talented individuals spread across 26 countries. Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.
  • Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.
  • Get fit and stay active: Whether it’s yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog—work out on your terms, at a discount with our subsidised gym memberships.
  • Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. With our Training & Development Allowance, you’ll have all the opportunities you need to keep expanding your skills and knowledge. 
  • Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups!
  • Diversity is our superpower: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

*Benefits vary depending on location due to local laws and regulations. 

At WorkMotion, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, just let our Recruitment Team on [email protected]. We’re here to support you every step of the way!

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.

Learning Budget

With our Training & Development Allowance, you’ll have all the opportunities you need to keep expanding your skills and knowledge.

Diversity and inclusion commitment

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Wellness Stipend

We offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.

WorkMotion builds an all-in-one HR platform that simplifies the hiring and management of global teams, ensuring compliance and streamlining processes. Targeted towards digital nomads and remote-first companies, our solution makes it easy to navigate the complexities of a global workforce.

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