Bookkeeper

We're looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team onsite here in Berlin.

Based in London, Berlin & Japan, BSI Merch is a global artist services company helping artists, labels & managers connect with fans through merchandise, e-commerce and creative campaign support.

This is a full-time, 5 days per week position based in our Berlin office (09:00 – 17:00).

Tasks

Main duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Bookkeeping & Reporting: Perform full-cycle, double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance and assist with year-end accounts preparation.
• Billing & Credit Control: Oversee billing and credit control functions, ensuring timely invoicing, effective debt collection and providing weekly reports on debtors and creditors.
• Tax & Compliance: Prepare, calculate and submit VAT returns, and handle payroll — ensuring compliance with local tax regulations.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee and manage general accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and systems, including maintenance of accounting records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Work closely with our external accountants TMO to ensure robust and accurate accounts.
• Liaise with banks, external auditors, advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to established filing systems and records retention policies, maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time, contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance team.

Requirements

• Previous experience with German accounting is required
• English language fluency is required
• German language fluency is preferred
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with accounting software — Xero experience preferred
• Experience with international VAT and statutory reporting
• Solid understanding of financial processes and double-entry bookkeeping
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Benefits

• A welcoming and creative work environment in our Berlin office, located in the heart of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
• Monthly team lunches and occasional social events
• A supportive, friendly atmosphere where your contributions matter and your growth is encouraged
• Be part of a dynamic artist services & merchandise company working on exciting projects with a passionate team