Job Description

Quantum Frontline Industries (QFI) is a newly established German-Ukrainian defence joint venture between Quantum Systems and Frontline Robotics, created under the Build with Ukraine initiative. For the first time, Ukrainian drones will be manufactured on an industrial scale in Europe, combining Ukrainian battlefield-proven technology with German industrial automation to create a new model of cross-border defence co-production: the German Model.

Junior All-Round Accounting Role with a Focus on Month-End Closing, HGB and ERP

For a modern mid-sized production company, we are looking for a motivated, structured and digitally minded professional who is eager to develop their career in accounting.

In this role, you will support a broad range of day-to-day accounting activities, from operational postings to assisting with monthly and annual financial closings. You will work closely with the Finance team, external tax advisors, as well as the Purchasing, Warehouse and Production departments. You will also have the opportunity to build your accounting expertise and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting and ERP processes.

Your role in daily operations:

• Support ongoing financial accounting activities, particularly general ledger, accounts payable, and fixed asset accounting
• Assist with accounts payable, including account assignment, invoice verification and posting, as well as the preparation of payment runs
• Support the reconciliation of bank, general ledger, and accounts payable accounts, including the clarification of open items
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial closings, including accruals and provisions
• Support the preparation of the annual financial statements in accordance with HGB (German GAAP) in cooperation with the Finance team and external tax advisors
• Assist with the preparation of VAT advance returns and other tax-related filings
• Support the preparation and reconciliation of the balance sheet and profit and loss statement (P&L)
• Assist with liquidity planning, reporting, and internal financial analyses
• Support the maintenance and further development of accounting processes within the ERP system
• Collaborate with tax advisors, auditors, banks, and internal departments in coordination with the Finance team

Requirements

What you bring:

• Completed vocational training in a commercial field, for example as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellte/r), industrial clerk (Industriekaufmann/-frau), or a comparable qualification
• Basic knowledge of accounting under HGB (German GAAP) and an interest in further developing your expertise
• Initial knowledge of VAT and basic tax-related topics is an advantage
• Motivation to actively contribute to day-to-day accounting operations and further develop professionally
• Initial experience with ERP systems and a basic understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes is an advantage
• Good Excel skills and a strong affinity for digital tools
• Structured, accurate, and reliable way of working
• Interest in operational processes across Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, and Goods Receipt
• Good command of German and English

Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Strong sense of responsibility and careful handling of financial figures and data
• Ability to work with a high level of focus and accuracy
• Reliability and willingness to learn in a dynamic production environment
• Good self-organization and ability to follow structured processes
• Interest in developing a deeper understanding of financial relationships and operational processes
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach, with a willingness to ask questions and learn new things
• Open and professional communication with internal departments and external stakeholders