German Speaking Accounts Payable Accountant - TABS (Tires Accounting Business Service)

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

TABS - Tires Accounting Business Service is part of Continental Group and represents a BUSINESS SERVICE start-up team. Are you eager to learn, grow and take your career to the next level? We are looking for motivated individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and develop their skills in a dynamic environment. In our team you will have the opportunity to learn, put your knowledge into practice, find right tools for digitalization and continue to innovate. If you have a passion for growth and a drive to succeed, we'd love to have you on board ! Apply now and be part of our journey!

Are you passionate about numbers, processes, and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where your ideas matter? Then we’d love to meet you!

We’re looking for a new colleague to join our TABS team , where you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient financial operations.

🔍 Your Mission

- Manage Accounts Payable processes: from invoices to payments, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Ensure all supporting documents meet legal and internal standards .
- Be the go-to person for resolving inquiries and payment-related questions.
- Collaborate with business partners to solve discrepancies and ensure alignment.
- Handle payment processing and contribute to monthly/periodical closings.
- Perform reconciliations and review BP statements/dunning letters.
- Track and report on KPIs to support performance transparency.
- Act as a liaison between internal departments and external partners.
- Understand company policies and contribute to achieving quality targets .
- Propose and implement process improvements , with a strong focus on digitalization and automation .
- Participate in internal and external audits .
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery in line with Service Level Agreements .

🌍 Language Skills Matter!

Since you’ll be working closely with international partners, a medium to advanced level of German is required to communicate effectively and handle documentation confidently.

Requirements

University degree (Finance, Economics or comparable),; Relevant experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable area is a plus,; English - Good knowledge of spoken and written,; German- Good knowledge of spoken and written,; Knowledge finance tools (SAP preferred) is a plus,; Automation knowledge/openness,; Office 365 (advanced Excel knowledge),; Willingness to work in an international environment,; Positive attitude, structured, analytical thinking skills,; Communication skills and strong team spirit.