BESTSELLER is a family-owned global fashion company founded in Denmark in 1975. Today, we operate worldwide with over 20,000 colleagues, developing and marketing brands such as JACK & JONES, VERO MODA, ONLY, SELECTED, and many more. 

From our Head Office in Vienna, BESTSELLER Region EAST oversees operations in more than 40 countries, with regional hubs in Vienna, Ljubljana, Istanbul, Athens, and Dubai. We manage both retail and wholesale activities in these fast-growing markets. 

In 2025, we will celebrate 50 years of BESTSELLER! Under the theme "Nearness," we will spotlight what defines us: close collaboration, strong partnerships, and a shared drive to create fashion with passion and responsibility. 

We are currently looking for an experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager who combines strong leadership skills with a business-oriented mindset to guide our experienced accounting team in Vienna and drive key financial initiatives across BESTSELLER Region EAST. 

Accounting Manager – Austria Hub (m/f/n) 

Location: Vienna  

Seniority: Leadership Role 

Responsibilities 

• Lead and support a team of 7 accounting professionals at our Finance Hub in Vienna 

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in line with local GAAP and group policies 

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and fixed assets 

• Act as the main point of contact for internal teams, group finance, and external stakeholders across the region 

• Prepare and review key financial reports, including monthly profit and loss statements 

• Coordinate with the Tax Manager on annual financial statements and tax-related reporting 

• Manage local statutory reporting and ensure smooth external audits 

• Continuously improve and standardize accounting processes for greater efficiency and accuracy 

• Support cross-functional finance projects (e.g., SAP S/4HANA implementation, new BI/reporting tools) 

• Foster a strong team culture focused on collaboration, learning, and shared success 

Qualifications 

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration 

• Several years of experience in accounting or financial reporting, ideally in a group or shared service environment 

• Proven leadership experience (e.g. team lead or senior accountant coordinating others) 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines 

• Excellent communication and coordination skills 

• Solid knowledge of national accounting standards (IFRS is a plus) 

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Navision); familiarity with Power BI or similar tools is an advantage 

• A proactive, structured personality with a focus on solutions and continuous improvement 

• Full professional fluency in German and English (spoken and written) 

What We Offer 

• A high-impact role with ownership and creative freedom in an international, fast-paced environment 

• Long-term development opportunities in a stable and growing company 

• A motivated, collaborative, and highly skilled team that values innovation and shared success 

• Attractive employee discounts across all our brands 

• Fresh daily lunch at a small cost, plus coffee, refreshments, and organic fruit available in the office 

• Flexible work arrangements, including two remote workdays per week (after onboarding phase) 

• Public transportation subsidy (Jobticket) if required 

• A bright and modern office with excellent transport links, located in Square One in19th district 

Please include information about your work permit for Austria in your application. 

The gross monthly salary for this position is based on the Austrian retail collective agreement. However, the final offer will be tailored individually, reflecting your experience and qualifications. 

Mario Kapl Albrecht and Monika Pupel look forward to hearing from you! 

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