Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Role Overview:

The Accountant will play a key role in managing financial operations for certain Cogent’s entities, including Germany. This role involves day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, accounts payable management, VAT compliance, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and assisting with monthly and annual closings. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years background in accounting, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Accountant will support the General Ledger and Accounts Payable team.

Compensation: €40,000-€45,000/yr.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Essential Job Functions:

• Bank Posting & Reconciliation:
• Post daily bank transactions and perform timely reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Accounts Payable:
• Review, code, and post A/P invoices accurately and in line with company guidelines
• Customer Account Clearing & Billing Reconciliation:
• Clear customer accounts and handle reconciliation requests related to billing discrepancies
• Prepayment Management:
• Prepare and post prepayments in coordination with operational teams
• VAT Reporting:
• Compile and submit VAT reports in compliance with local regulations and deadlines
• Statutory Accounting Packages:
• Prepare and send monthly data packages to local statutory accounting services, ensuring compliance and timeliness
• Administrative & Operational Support:
• Support finance-related administrative tasks as needed

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Vocational training or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in multinational company
• Basic knowledge of VAT law (UST-Recht).
• Understanding of German Commercial Code (HGB); knowledge of US-GAAP is an advantage
• Expert knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Fluency in German and English, other European language “a plus”
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate initiative. Be service minded
• Have experience with E.R.P (Navision preferably)

Work Environment:

This is an in-office position, based in Frankfurt Germany.

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Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer