Financial Accountant (f/m/d)

Company Overview

At Plantix, we’re transforming agriculture with AI-driven intelligence. Our solutions empower small holder farmers, agribusinesses and decision-makers across the globe by providing real-time crop insights, machine learning-powered diagnostics and targeted marketing services tailored for the agricultural sector. Through that, we can support millions of farmers with independent advisory to protect their yields and livelihoods, give them access to quality products and services they may need and allow the public and private sector to understand what is going on in real time. Plantix is where cutting-edge technology meets real-world farming, driving smarter decisions and stronger outcomes across the agricultural ecosystem. Our aim is to lead the digital transformation towards a more environmentally and economically sustainable agriculture.

Your Role

As a Financial Accountant, you will be instrumental in transitioning the full accounting function in-house, which has until now been handled by external tax advisors. You'll design and implement robust accounting processes, ensure compliance with German GAAP (HGB), and contribute to the financial integrity of our fast-growing company. This role reports directly to the Finance Director and collaborates closely with external auditors, tax advisors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Set up and manage all day-to-day accounting activities in compliance with HGB and tax regulations

• Take over general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and asset accounting

• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records and monthly closings

In-House Transitioning

• Design and implement processes to migrate accounting from external partners to internal systems (currently DATEV)

• Ensure continuity and accuracy during the transition period

• Train and coordinate with internal staff on financial processes and compliance

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare annual financial statements (HGB)

• Ensure timely and accurate VAT and other tax filings in Germany

• Coordinate with auditors and tax consultants as needed

Internal Controls & Process Optimization

• Establish internal controls and documentation to support audit-readiness

• Recommend and implement automation and efficiency improvements

• Work with the broader finance team on budgeting, forecasting, and internal reporting

What we offer

• Shape and lead a core function in a scaling organisation

• Flexible working options and a centrally located, modern office in Berlin 

• Work for a company with a meaningful vision  

• Budget for training and ongoing professional development

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent qualification (ACCA etc.)

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in financial accounting in Germany; international exposure a plus.

• Sound knowledge of HGB and German tax regulations, especially VAT

• Experience with DATEV or similar German accounting systems

• Experience with implementing finance systems/ERPs, bringing outsourced finance functions in house a plus

• Native in German and fluent in English

• Experience in a start-up or scale-up environment is highly advantageous

• Proactive mindset with a hands-on, solution-oriented approach