We are looking for a talented Accounting Specialist (m/f/x) who loves crunching numbers and has a keen eye for details. Besides taking over the day-to-day accounting duties you will have a direct stake in shaping the future setup of our financial organization and processes. Being part of our Finance team, you will work in close cooperation with Stefan, our Finance Manager, and Roman, our CFO. Furthermore, you will be in direct contact with all colleagues and help them to solve their daily finance-related problems.

About Formo

Formo was founded in 2019 to create a new generation of dairy products. Instead of animals, we use fermentation to produce real milk proteins which we incorporate into traditional European cheese products. We envision a happier, healthier future by irresistible change in the food system: where animal-free is hedonistic, cheese is deliciously high-tech, and anybody anywhere can enjoy fromage that’s perfect for them. Formo is a venture-backed, fast-growing company. We employ a global team of highly skilled entrepreneurs and scientists who bring real innovation to life. Our common thread? A passion for challenging the status quo and transforming the food industry.

Why FORMO

• Explore the unknown and take responsibility for the company wide people operations in a growing startup
• Work for something truly meaningful and experience what purpose-driven work feels like
• Be part of the sustainable food revolution and work for a disruptive technology that will change the world of food
• Join a diverse team of top-notch experts with a variety of backgrounds and interests
• Regular team offsites, monthly perks, and many more

What you will be doing

• You will independently process all business transactions
• You will manage journal entries to ensure proper recording of our business transactions
• You will prepare banking runs to ensure timely payment of all vendors
• You will support with budget planning and forecasting
• You will assist with the preparation of our monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement
• You will help with accounting and finance projects

Job requirements

• Completed vocational training as a financial accountant, accounts payable clerk, tax clerk, or academic degree in the field of accounting, controlling, business administration, or similar
• At least 2-3 years of professional experience in a comparable position
• Knowledge of a common accounting system, preferably Datev
• Experience with German GAAP and ideally German Tax Law
• Advanced Excel skills
• Fluent in German and English

Benefits

• Join one of the most innovative food start-ups in Berlin 🚀
• Discounted public transport passes, Jobrad, fitness memberships, wellbeing program, language classes, corporate benefits
• A high degree of collaboration and autonomy while working with a group of diverse peers, getting things done attitude, and access to cutting edge food technologies
• Free drinks and snacks in the office, regular cheese tastings 🧀, weekly team lunch, and fun team events
• Innovative Office & Lab Experience

Disclaimer

Formo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, genetic information, color, physical or mental disability, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.