Accountant (f/m/x)

About the Role

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records (checking, collecting, classifying, managing
• invoices payment, ensuring preparatory bookkeeping and bank reconciliation in Unternehmen Online).
• Support the preparation of financial reports, updates, and plans, ensuring proper articulation with relevant stakeholders (e.g. Steuerberater), and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal teams by assisting in the preparation of, and providing regular updates on, budgets and financial forecasts (e.g. overviews of invoices, grant budget sheets, payroll check).
• Be the main point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and CODE partners in all topics related to payments and reimbursements (e.g. invoices, Semesterticket/Deutschland Tickets, travel expenses, etc.), providing advice, proactively addressing issues, and ensuring quick resolution.
• Assist with audits as necessary.
• Stay updated on accounting regulations and best practices to ensure compliance and efficiency.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with bookkeeping, financial reporting, and German accounting standards
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., DATEV/Unternehmen Online) and Excel
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills in German and English
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Understanding of compliance and financial regulations
• Service-oriented, proactive, and able to explain financial matters to non-experts

• Permanent contract
• Full-time position
• Campus located in lively Neukölln—work in one of Berlin’s most dynamic neighborhoods
• Responsible role in a motivated and supportive team
• Modern work environment with flexible hours and remote work options
• 25 days of annual leave (20 statutory + 5 extra from us)
• Retirement & pension plans to help you plan for the future
• BVG ticket benefit: 5% discount plus an additional €15 monthly contribution from CODE
• Access to Masterplan learning platform for professional growth
• Summer and winter employee events for team bonding and fun
• 10 sessions per year with Nilo.Health for your mental wellbeing

About us

CODE is a private state-recognized and accredited university of applied sciences that is embedded into the vibrant network of Berlin’s digital economy. At the core of our study programs is a self-directed project-based learning concept. Together with a network of partner organizations, our goal is to provide students with practical, real-world, and digitally-oriented education and the ability to face the technological and social changes and challenges of tomorrow.

About Working At CODE:

CODE’s atmosphere is creative and dynamic, with an international team in the heart of Berlin. We value your strengths and will support you in your professional development as well as provide fair compensation and some fun additions. Most importantly, joining CODE means being a part of a passionate team that is shaping the future of higher education. CODE aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive and respectful working environment, and where all team members can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of color, LGBTQIA+ and those with disabilities. We value diverse backgrounds and believe they are integral to our growth and development as an institution.