Accounting Coordinator (m/w/d)

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

The Accounting Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Global Finance team. This role will be responsible for performing professional and non-repetitive accounting and cash duties that require familiarity with accounting practices and procedures, and knowledge of a wide variety of prescribed accounting codes and classifications, as well as assisting in the preparation of financial reports, monitoring accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of accounting records. This role will be located in our Frankfurt office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Determining monetary benefits for monthly payroll taxation and conducting regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded
• Assisting with the monthly VAT filing and quarterly ESL filing including necessary reconciliations
• Assisting in the creation and monitoring of budgets to ensure expenses remain within limits
• Collaborating with external auditors to ensure all necessary information is provided and analysing financial data to identify trends and prepare reports for management
• Collaborating with other departments to provide financial information and clarify questions
• Ensuring all accounting practices comply with applicable legal and internal company regulations

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people at all organisational levels of the firm
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment and lead by example, with a customer service focus
• Possess thorough knowledge of accounting principles, and bookkeeping procedures

And have:

• Relevant accounting experience at a professional services organization, preferably
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English
• Completed commercial training or have experience as a tax clerk, or hold a tax clerk accountant certification

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Pension plan
• Travel and meals allowance
• Disability insurance, personal accident insurance & life assurance
• Professional development programs
• Wellness programs (e.g. membership to HeadSpace, access to mental health services, well-being events, etc.)
• Sport courses and training
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. #Associate #LI-AJ1