Accountant – Accounts Payable (all genders)

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Accountant – Accounts Payable (all genders)

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

Reference number

2025-163852

Job details

Job field / Job profile

Finance and management - Accounting

Job title

Accountant – Accounts Payable (all genders)

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

As a key member of the global Safran Group, Safran Helicopter Engines Germany stands as a center of excellence for helicopter engine innovation, serving Central, Northern and Eastern Europe as well as Central Asia. Our employees of 78 highly skilled professionals from over 15 nations combine advanced technological expertise with deep industry experience to deliver reliable and high-performance engine solutions. These engines power critical missions across a wide range of applications, including emergency services and defense operations.

Our new HanSafran facility in Norderstedt, covering 6,000 m², shows our strong commitment to sustainability and climate-neutral operations. Safran Helicopter Engines Germany continues to focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, aiming to be a leader in the aerospace industry. Our mission: To keep our customers flying!

For our Finance team, we are currently looking for you as

Accountant – Accounts Payable (all genders)

Unlimited – Full Time – 40 hour-contract

Your responsibilities:

• Management of accounts payable in cooperation with the local procurement department, including master data maintenance

• Financial support for internal travel management and preparation of statistical reports

• Preparation of VAT advance returns, EC sales lists and statistical reports

• Monitoring and execution of payment runs, as well as processing and monitoring of internal controls and business-related objectives

• Support of the senior accountant in monthly reporting and in tax-related accounting activities

• Data preparation for annual financial statements and tax returns

Your skills & qualifications:

• Professional qualification as an Accountant, Tax Consultant or similar role with strong financial knowledge and several years of work experience

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, VAT reporting and compliance requirements

• Experience in financial reporting and support of monthly and annual closing activities; Knowledge of German taxation, particularly VAT, CIT and Trade Tax is a plus

• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

• Fluency in both spoken and written English and German language

Candidate skills & requirements

Your benefits:

• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation

• 30 vacation days, flexible working hours, mobile working and modern work tools to help you perform at your best

• 40 training hours per year for your continuous development

• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as

· 
Supplementary health insurance

· 
Company pension scheme

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Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket

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Net income booster benefits

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Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits

• Free of charge health check-ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events

• Company leasing of bicycles

• An annual budget for individual specialist literature

and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?

Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements.

We look forward to receiving your application! In case of any question, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Business Partner, Johanna.

Contact Details

SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH

Johanna Rathjen – HR Business Partner • Tel. +49 (0) 40 500 216 99 • E-Mail: hr.de.she@safrangroup.com

Job location

Job location

Europe, Germany

City (-ies)

22848 Norderstedt

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

· 
German (Fluent)

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English (Fluent)