Principal, Finanzpolitik & Kontrollen (m/w/d)

Imagine a future where you shape how complex accounting decisions support the green energy transition.

You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, supporting key business decisions while building strong accounting practices that enable us to deliver on our strategy.

You'll be part of the Accounting team within Americas Onshore Finance, where you'll work closely with finance colleagues, business stakeholders, and external auditors. Together, you'll ensure consistent, compliant, and high-quality accounting across the business. As a team, we succeed as one, share knowledge openly, and support each other in solving complex challenges.

You'll play an important role in

• leading technical accounting assessments for complex transactions across US GAAP and IFRS
• researching and concluding on accounting topics such as business combinations, leases, derivatives, and structured arrangements
• preparing clear, audit-ready technical accounting memos
• acting as the key point of contact for external auditors on complex accounting matters
• supporting transaction structuring by partnering with internal stakeholders early in the process
• leading accounting workstreams for M&A activities, asset acquisitions, and divestments
• driving the implementation of new accounting standards and strengthening accounting policies
• mentoring colleagues and raising the overall technical capability within the accounting team
• establishing practical frameworks and templates for complex accounting areas

To succeed in the role, you

• have a CPA (or equivalent) and solid experience in public accounting or an international company
• bring strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, both conceptually and in practice
• have experience with complex accounting topics such as revenue recognition, leases, or business combinations
• communicate clearly and confidently, making complex financial topics easy to understand
• take ownership, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes on time
• enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting others' development
• are structured, analytical, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment

Shape the future with us

Send your application to us as soon as possible. We'll be conducting interviews on a continuous basis and reserve the right to take down the advert when we've found the right candidate.

As an applicant or employee, you may request reasonable work and position accommodation or adjustments via [email protected].

Please note that for your application to be taken into consideration, you must submit your application via our online career pages and answer the screening questions relevant for your country. We don't take applications or inquiries from external recruiters or agencies into account for this position.

Position salary range

The salary range for this position is USD $155,964.00 to USD $222,805.00.

Our salary ranges are based on position level and reflect the cost of labor across multiple U.S geographic markets. Individual pay within the range is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can provide more details about the applicable salary range during the hiring process.

Variable Compensation

Our total rewards package may include discretionary short-term and long-term incentive opportunities based on your pay band and performance. These may be changed or suspended based on the sole discretion of the company.

Our benefits package

For this position for employees who meet eligibility requirements are: fully paid premium for family insurance coverage for health, life, dental, and visions; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; short- and long-term disability insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; 18 weeks or an hourly equivalent of parental leave with an additional short-term disability benefit of 6-8 weeks or an hourly equivalent for the birthing parent; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 5% employer match; commuting benefits; 7 paid sick days per year; 20 paid time-off days; 13 annual paid holidays; 16 hours of volunteer time-off; and a monthly book benefit from Amazon of up to USD 25.