About the role

We're looking for an Accountant (m/f/d) to join our Finance team.

In your day-to-day work, you'll focus on managing all accounting tasks, financial statements, and the timely preparation of figures for controlling while ensuring compliance with HGB and Ukrainian standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, join us in driving financial accuracy and efficiency. 

To join our team you should be excited to:

• Ensuring day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, credit card transactions, and payroll are recorded properly 
• Performing timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., net assets, investments, revenue, expenses, payroll allocations, etc.), ensuring that accounting schedules are updated and accurate  
• Ensuring proper revenue and expense recognition 
• Ensuring all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted local accounting principles
• Maintain general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing a trial balance, and reconciling entries 
• Summarise financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other documents 
• Support and oversee tax audits (both internal and external) and tax returns 

Your Profile

• 3+ years of experience as an accountant, preferably in a fast-growing environment 
• Strong knowledge of typical accounting procedures, general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process 
• Good knowledge of Ukrainian Accounting Principles, IFRS will be a bonus 
• Proficiency in SAP S4/HANA Public Cloud and Microsoft Office, especially Excel 
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Hands-on, structured, and organized work approach 
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects and processes 
• Completed business education
• Fluency in Ukranian and English is required, German is a plus

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
• Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
• Room for professional growth and development
• Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

Who we are

The role

The day-to-day

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports 

• Perform general ledger entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments 

• Reconcile bank statements, balance sheets, and general ledger accounts 

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing and payments 

• Support the month-end and year-end close processes 

• Help prepare documentation for audits and liaise with external auditors as needed 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accounting and financial systems 

• Work with the finance team to ensure compliance with internal controls and policies 

You should apply if you

• Are a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with at least 1-3 years post-qualification experience 

• Have an understanding of accounting principles (local GAAP or IFRS). 

• Possess a strong knowledge of accounting software 

• Have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial records 

• Have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines 

• Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with team members and stakeholders 

• Have the ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality 

Note: We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points.

Join Helsing and work with world-leading experts in their fields 

• Helsing’s work is important. You’ll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing both ethical and geopolitical concerns

• The work is unique. We operate in a domain that has highly unusual technical requirements and constraints, and where robustness, safety, and ethical considerations are vital. You will face unique Engineering and AI challenges that make a meaningful impact in the world

• Our work frequently takes us right up to the state of the art in technical innovation, be it reinforcement learning, distributed systems, generative AI, or deployment infrastructure. The defence industry is entering the most exciting phase of the technological development curve. Advances in our field of world are not incremental: Helsing is part of, and often leading, historic leaps forward

• In our domain, success is a matter of order-of-magnitude improvements and novel capabilities. This means we take bets, aim high, and focus on big opportunities. Despite being a relatively young company, Helsing has already been selected for multiple significant government contracts

• We actively encourage healthy, proactive, and diverse debate internally about what we do and how we choose to do it. Teams and individual engineers are trusted (and encouraged) to practise responsible autonomy and critical thinking, and to focus on outcomes, not conformity. At Helsing you will have a say in how we (and you!) work, the opportunity to engage on what does and doesn’t work, and to take ownership of aspects of our culture that you care deeply about

What we offer

• A focus on outcomes, not time-tracking

• Competitive compensation and VSOP options

• Relocation support

• Social and education allowances

• Regular company events and all-hands to bring together employees as one team across Europe

Helsing is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. Please do not submit personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, data concerning your health, or data concerning your sexual orientation.

ABOUT THE FIRM

Secretariat professionals are entrusted with the world’s most high-stakes legal, financial, and regulatory matters. When you join Secretariat, you’re not just joining a firm – you’re joining a rapidly growing, elite team of experts and innovators dedicated to solving the most complex challenges that impact global business decisions.

From day one, your skills and expertise will be put to work alongside the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions. Our teams are united by a passion for excellence, and together, we tackle intricate issues that shape pivotal financial, economic, and strategic decisions.

At Secretariat, we believe in the power of collaboration and continuous growth. Our open, inclusive culture is built on trust, recognition, and support, ensuring that every professional thrives in an environment that values diversity and innovation. Your professional journey is as important to us as the clients we serve.

Make your impact at Secretariat!

ABOUT OUR DAMAGES & VALUATIONS TEAM

Join a select group of the world’s leading experts and advisors in our expanding Damages & Valuations team. We don’t just lead – we set the standard. Ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's 2023 Expert Witness Firm Power Index, our team boasts over 90% of testifying experts recognized by Who's Who Legal.

You will collaborate with an extraordinary team of accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists. Together, we tackle some of the most challenging litigation, strategic commercial questions, and investor-state arbitrations – delivering insight and clarity on matters that span industries and geographies.

As a Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our presence across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. You will engage in some of the most prominent, high-stakes cases in international arbitration and large-scale commercial disputes. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on the intersection of valuation, finance, accounting, economics, and legal principles of damages.

Responsibilities:

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Prepare in-depth economic damages and business valuation reports that drive critical legal decisions
• Lead comprehensive financial and industry research to support litigation and arbitration cases
• Analyze complex financial and non-financial data, summarizing key findings for both internal and external stakeholders
• Develop sophisticated financial models and valuation parameters, including discount rates and forecasts
• Prepare critique reports to challenge the findings of other experts in high-profile disputes
• Act as a key liaison, communicating regularly with clients and legal counsel
• Prepare for and actively participate in hearings, trials, and mediations
• Oversee multiple engagements, ensuring deliverables are met on time and to the highest standard

Requirements:

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
• Full proficiency in English and German (written and spoken)
• A background as a qualified accountant, preferably with Big Four experience
• Experience in disputes, economic damages, or business valuations is highly desirable
• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to manage large datasets and distill key insights even in unfamiliar scenarios
• A proactive, results-driven attitude, able to excel under pressure and tight deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of simplifying complex concepts for diverse audiences
• A strong team-oriented mindset, able to collaborate across functions and regions
• Familiarity with tools like Capital IQ, DealStats, and Bloomberg is a plus

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.