Assistant Accountant

Role Overview

The Assistant Accountant position at SA News Rajasthan is designed as a part-time role located in Berlin, Germany, offering a hybrid working model that blends on-site presence with remote work. This role primarily supports daily financial functions such as invoice processing, transaction recording, ledger upkeep, and managing accounts payable and receivable.

Key Duties

• Processing invoices and maintaining accurate financial transaction records.
• Updating and organizing ledgers with precise and timely data entries.
• Assisting with account reconciliations, including bank statement comparisons.
• Compiling routine financial reports and documenting supporting paperwork like receipts.
• Contributing to payroll data entry and tracking expenses.
• Communicating effectively with vendors and internal teams to resolve any financial discrepancies.
• Collaborating with senior accounting staff and other departments to ensure transparent, efficient financial operations in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in fundamental accounting practices such as transaction recording and ledger maintenance.
• Experience with widely-used accounting software and productivity tools like spreadsheets and word processors.
• Keen attention to detail with excellent organizational capabilities to manage various financial duties and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, to engage with colleagues and external partners professionally.
• Problem-solving mindset coupled with eagerness to learn and adhere to established financial procedures.
• Beneficial to have formal education in accounting, finance, or related fields, including vocational training or academic coursework.
• Prior relevant experience in accounting or financial support roles, ideally within media or small business contexts, is advantageous.
• Capability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism, and work reliably under a hybrid setup based in Berlin.