Senior Global Revenue Recognition Accountant m/f/d

Job description

Shape the Future of Finance with SAP Fioneer!

At SAP Fioneer , we’re not just building software — we’re redefining what’s possible in financial services. As a global fintech innovator, we empower banks and insurers to run smarter, faster, and more flexibly with cloud-native solutions built on SAP’s trusted foundation.

We’re growing fast — and we’re looking for a Senior Global Revenue Recognition Accountant m/f/d who is as passionate about precision as about progress. If you’re an expert in IFRS and HGB , thrive on complex revenue models, and want to make an impact in a high-growth, high-tech environment, we want to meet you!

Requirements

What You’ll Do - Lead the end-to-end process of revenue recognition for software licenses, SaaS, and professional services, ensuring compliance with IFRS 15 and local GAAP for 20 countries. - Analyze and interpret customer contracts , collaborating with Sales, Legal, and Business Operations to assess accounting implications and optimize deal structures. - Drive the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for revenue and related accounts, ensuring timely and accurate results. - Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements (balance sheet, P&L, cash flow) under both IFRS and HGB, ensuring compliance and transparency. - Coordinate and consolidate group reporting activities, supporting internal and external reporting requirements. - Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a robust financial reporting environment. - Prepare technical accounting memos and documentation for audit and internal purposes. - Support internal and external audits with confidence and clarity, acting as a key point of contact for revenue and reporting topics. - Continuously improve financial systems and processes , with a focus on automation, efficiency, and scalability in a cloud-first environment. - Be a trusted advisor on revenue and financial reporting topics across the business.

What You Bring - A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field — CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is a big plus. - 6+ years of experience in accounting, ideally in the software or professional services space. - Deep knowledge of IFRS (especially IFRS 15) and HGB — and the ability to apply it in real-world, fast-moving scenarios. - Strong experience in financial statement preparation, group reporting, and consolidation. - Experience with SAP ERP, preferably S/4 HANA, and a passion for leveraging technology to improve processes. - Strong analytical skills , attention to detail, and the confidence to communicate complex topics clearly. - Fluent in English and German .

Benefits

Why SAP Fioneer? - Be part of a scale-up with enterprise roots — combining the agility of a startup with the stability of SAP. - Work on cutting-edge financial solutions that are transforming the industry. - Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model , competitive compensation, and a culture that values innovation, ownership, and collaboration. - Join a team of smart, driven, and genuinely nice people who love what they do.