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Coveris is a leading European packaging manufacturer, providing paper- and plastic-based flexible packaging solutions for some of the world’s most renowned brands. The company creates high-quality packaging for products such as food, pet food, medical devices, and industrial items, increasing their shelf life and reducing waste. Committed to innovation, Coveris collaborates with clients to develop sustainable and visually appealing packaging solutions. With its corporate office in Vienna, Austria, Coveris operates 17 sites across EMEA and employs a workforce of 2,500 individuals.

What you can expect:

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Vienna, Austria, for a Group Accounting Manager (f/m/d).

The primary responsibility of this role is the preparation, coordination and continuous improvement of consolidated financial statements at group level. You will take ownership of the consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, transparency and compliance with IFRS standards across all entities.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage the group-wide consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliation
  • Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting requirements and internal group policies
  • Act as a key contact for auditors regarding consolidation topics
  • Drive improvements and efficiencies in consolidation processes, tools and reporting quality
  • Collaborate closely with local finance teams and other stakeholders across the group to ensure high-quality and timely reporting

What we expect:

  • Strong and proven experience in group consolidation and preparation of consolidated financial statements (essential)
  • In-depth knowledge of IFRS, especially in a consolidation context
  • Solid understanding of intercompany processes, eliminations and group reporting structures
  • Experience with financial consolidation systems (HFM preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to manage deadlines and coordinate inputs from multiple entities
  • Experience in working with auditors and handling audit requirements
  • Fluent in English; German is a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field; professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA) is highly beneficial
  • Several years of experience in group accounting, consolidation or financial reporting roles

What we offer:

  • Performance based pay – minimum salary of € 70.000 with possibility of overpayment based on experience
  • Flexible working time
  • Hybrid working from home and from our office 
  • Dynamic working environment with high international exposure
  • Benefits like lunch vouchers and Job ticket or parking space