Your mission
We're seeking a skilled Accountant with Purchasing Experience to join our team on a part-time basis (50%) m/f/d. If you have a strong background in purchasing, and preferably experience in the pharma/biotech industry, we want to hear from you!
As an Accountant at CPTx, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of our financial operations. Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and integrity of our financial reporting and procurement procedures.
Your key responsibilities include:
* Support ongoing financial accounting processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
* Handle general accounting tasks: accounts payables, reconciliations, and bookkeeping.
* Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and audit requirements as per GAAP and German accounting standards.
* Actively question outdated processes and establish new, more efficient procedures to improve financial operations and procurement workflows, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
* Prepare and file necessary tax forms and returns, ensuring adherence to federal and local tax regulations.
* Be digitally native and able to manage invoice processing using software solutions (e.g., PLEO), ensuring timely approval and payment workflows.
Your profile
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* 2–3 years of experience in a similar accounting role, preferably within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with experience in purchasing.
* Solid understanding of German accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel), working knowledge of accounting systems.
* Fluent English language skills (written and spoken).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across teams and with external vendors.
* Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Valid work visa.
About us
At CPTx, a revolutionary Munich-based biotech start-up and a proud spin-off from the Technical University of Munich, we are at the forefront of DNA nano-engineering, biophysics, and virology. We are a team of dedicated award-winning scientists, leveraging the potential of DNA nanofabrication to transform medical therapy, starting with our innovative virus trap for treating and preventing viral infections. Learn more in our CPTx Video !