Financial Accountant - General Ledger

Company OverviewKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Group/DivisionKLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information, distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action. The corporate team provides a broad range of services, such as financial planning, corporate accounting, tax, industry analysis and benchmarking, internal audits, SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.Job Description/Preferred QualificationsYOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform general ledger accounting in compliance with local GAAP (HGB), US GAAP, and internal accounting policiesPrepare and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activitiesReconcile, analyze, and evaluate balance sheet accountsSupport the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, including statutory fiscal year-end closePrepare statutory reports, including VAT returnsSupport internal and external audits and respond to audit inquiriesContribute to the documentation, standardization, and continuous improvement of accounting processesCollaborate closely with local and international finance stakeholdersParticipate in cross-functional, finance-related optimization projectsMinimum QualificationsYOUR SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting within an international companyBachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting, or completed vocational training (e.g. certified accountant)Solid knowledge of German GAAP (HGB); US GAAP knowledge is an advantageStrong SAP skills (S/4HANA or another ERP system) and very good MS Office skills, especially Excel and OutlookStrong analytical skills with high attention to detailStructured, reliable, and proactive working styleAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international teamStrong commitment to meeting deadlinesOpen and effective communication skillsContinuous improvement mindset with a strong focus on process and task optimizationAbility to handle multiple tasks in parallelVery good German and English language skillsFlexible, highly motivated mindsetWHAT WE OFFER:Permanent employment.Performance-based, attractive pay.Variable compensation components, e.g. participation in company stock purchase plan.Outstanding social benefits.Hybrid working model (office/ remote work) and flexible working time.Extensive initial and needs-oriented training.Excellent development opportunities.Challenging and varied tasks in a highly motivated and qualified team.Nice office and working place with high quality software and hardware for your working needs.We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees. KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employerBe aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information. SummaryLocation: Dresden, GermanyType: Full time