Accounting & Operations Manager (German) | Remote | Real Estate
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# German-Speaking Accounting & Operations Specialist (Real Estate) | Lexoffice | Remote | Long-Term ## About us We are a technology-driven real estate company operating in Germany and Portugal. Our focus is on property management, asset management, short- and mid-term rentals, acquisitions and real estate development. We work with modern digital processes, flat hierarchies and an ambitious international team. We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented and German-speaking Accounting & Operations Specialist who enjoys creating structure, improving processes and taking ownership. This is a long-term position with significant growth potential. --- ## Your initial responsibilities ### Package 1 – Accounts Receivable & Cashflow Management Your primary responsibility will be managing our receivables and ensuring complete financial transparency. Tasks include: * Tracking all incoming rent payments * Monitoring outstanding receivables * Preparing reminders (Mahnwesen) * Following up overdue payments * Reconciling bank transactions * Performing accounting checks in our accounting software * Supporting monthly cashflow reports on property level * Maintaining accurate payment status across all properties --- ### Package 2 – Accounting & Reconciliation Besides monitoring revenues, you will also take ownership of expense documentation and bookkeeping preparation. Responsibilities include: * Matching invoices with payments * Organizing accounting documents * Reconciling transactions in Lexoffice (and potentially QuickBooks) * Categorizing expenses * Preparing bookkeeping for tax advisors * Reviewing completeness and accuracy of accounting records * Supporting monthly financial reporting --- ## Future Growth Opportunities Additional responsibilities may include: * Payroll preparation * VAT pre-filings (Umsatzsteuervoranmeldung) * Property Management support * Asset Management * Project coordination * Process optimization * Marketing and administrative support * SOP documentation and implementation This role can evolve into a Finance & Operations Management position. --- ## Requirements We are looking for someone who: * Speaks German fluently (mandatory) * Has experience in accounting or bookkeeping * Has strong administrative and back-office experience * Is highly organized and detail-oriented * Works independently and proactively * Is comfortable with digital tools * Has excellent communication skills * Enjoys improving processes Experience with any of the following is a plus: * Lexoffice * QuickBooks * DATEV * Property Management * Real Estate Accounting * Cashflow Reporting * Google Workspace * Excel * Notion * ClickUp * Slack --- ## What we offer * Long-term collaboration * Flexible remote work * Flat hierarchies * Modern tech stack * Performance-based compensation * High level of responsibility * Direct collaboration with founders * Opportunity to build and improve operational processes * Career growth within an expanding international real estate company --- ## To apply Please include: 1. A short introduction about yourself. 2. Your accounting and bookkeeping experience. 3. Your experience with German accounting. 4. Your experience with Lexoffice, QuickBooks or DATEV. 5. Your hourly rate. 6. Your weekly availability. 7. Why you think you are a great fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$15.00
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$48.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
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