Senior Expert Accounting Principles IFRS (f/​m/​d)

  • E.ON SE
  • Hybrid, Permanent contract
  • Jobsharing
Senior Expert Accounting Principles IFRS (f/m/d)

E.ON SE

E.ON is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and infrastructure and a provider of innovative energy solutions. Our employees are constantly working to digitise the energy world, achieve net zero and connect everyone to good energy. To achieve this, we are focusing our actions on sustainability, digitalisation and growth. We strongly believe that differences make us stronger and welcome all people into our inclusive and diverse culture.

We are looking for a Senior Expert Accounting Principles IFRS (f/m/d) to join our E.ON SE team as soon as possible. If you are interested, please apply directly online. This position is also advertised as a job-sharing opportunity.

Job Sharing is available for this position

At E.ON we offer the possibility to fill this position in a job sharing model. This means you share the position with another person and work in tandem. This enables a better work-life balance and brings different perspectives to the team.

Benefits of Job Sharing

  • More flexible working time allocation
  • Increased productivity through two perspectives
  • Better work-life balance

How it works

  • You apply via the link below at PairToShare
  • PairToShare is our job sharing partner; based on an integrated analysis, your perfect match will be found in their database
  • You contact your perfect match / or you’ll be contacted
  • You apply together for the position using the official job posting link
  • If your profiles are a good fit, we’ll invite you to an interview
Job sharing

Senior Expert Accounting Principles IFRS (f/m/d)

Location: Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Applications can only be submitted online via our portal. Please understand that we cannot consider applications that reach us by e-mail.

Job description

At “Accounting Principles” within Group Accounting, you’ll lay the foundation for financial integrity, sustainable performance, and strategic decision-making. You’ll help develop group-wide accounting standards, translate regulatory requirements into practical solutions, and actively drive the digitalization and standardization of our processes. You’ll be part of a dynamic environment that values transparency, excellence, and innovation.

We believe that people are the key to our success. That’s why we actively support your development, create future-ready roles, and foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. With a strong focus on capacity management, new competencies, and agile ways of working, we empower you to grow and make a real impact.

A job that inspires:

  • Become an essential part of a highly qualified and motivated team of accounting experts, which is responsible for exercising the accounting governance over the whole E.ON Group
  • Process and develop audit-proof and customer-tailored solutions for complex fundamental issues of group accounting and external reporting in the E.ON Group
  • Provide trainings for E.ON´s groupwide financial community
  • Specify and further develop E.ON´s group accounting standards / IFRS Accounting Guideline
  • Monitor the development of regulatory financial reporting requirements and represent E.ON in Accounting Bodies & Communities / Lead and drive groupwide implementation projects for new Accounting Standards
  • Support & advise groupwide projects (M&A etc.) regarding accounting impacts
  • Steer and Coordinate our Group Auditor and potential BAFIN-Audits

A convincing background: :

  • Graduate degree in Business Administration/ Economics with focus on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) with strong academic record or similar qualification
  • Several years of professional experience in accounting according to IFRS in an international industrial company or a Big 4 audit company
  • An exam as an auditor or a doctorate degree would be appreciated
  • Strong analytical skills combined with pragmatic spirit
  • Team player with effective communication skills coupled with assertiveness and good presentation skills
  • Well-developed stakeholder management skills and ability for good interdepartmental "cooperation" with an ability to build trustful relations
  • Digital mindset and interest in developing and expanding collaborative and agile working methods such as Scrum or Kanban
  • High level of self-organisation, commitment, personal drive and energy as well as high willingness to constantly learn and develop and to drive change
  • High sense of responsibility and reliability
  • Fluent in Business English and German

An environment that motivates you:

  • Responsible, varied and challenging tasks in a modern working environment
  • A motivated, friendly and open team with a great sense of humor and regular joint team events
  • Good work-life balance thanks to flexible working time models and the option of working from home
  • 30 days annual leave and days off on Shrove Monday, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
  • Company pension scheme with top interest rates
  • Training opportunities for professional and personal development
  • Employee discounts, as well as the offer of tax-privileged leasing car and leasing bike
  • Support in all life situations through cooperation partners, for example from the areas of career & children and career & care
  • Free drinks and various health offers from the Career & Vitality area
  • With Workation@E.ON up to 20 working days per year, the opportunity to work from other European countries

Do you have questions?


For further information please contact Jan Menze, jan.menze@eon.com.


Are you already convinced that this is the next step in your career? If yes, we would be happy if you would register and apply online as Senior Expert Accounting Principles IFRS (f/m/d) (ID 238159).


Please note that applications via email will not be considered. Please only use our online application system.


What you need to know:

Contract type: Permanent
Working time: Full time; Jobsharing
Company: E.ON SE
Function area: Finance/Accounting/Tax
Location: Essen

Inclusion

It is important to us that people with disabilities have access to a fair application process, providing them with an opportunity to shine. Therefore, our representative body for severely disabled people will be included in the process from an early stage. Please let us know via the application form if you require technical or organisational adjustments during the application process. We will strive to make the required aids available.

Should you not be able to apply online and want to speak someone in person, please contact your local recruiter.

What else you should know:

Type of contract:Permanent contract
Employment type:Jobsharing
Work Model:Hybrid
Company:E.ON SE
Job number:238159

As long as the position is advertised on our careers page, we are looking for suitable candidates (f/m/d). We look forward to receiving your application!

Any questions?

Jan Menze will be happy to answer any questions you may have by e-mail. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications sent via email. Thank you for your understanding!

As long as the position is advertised on our careers page, we are looking for suitable candidates (f/m/d). We look forward to receiving your application!

Application process

Depending on the company and position, the process may vary. So we are providing you with an exemplary overview of the possible steps involved. Your recruiter can help you with any additional questions you may have.

  • Online application

    Your online application is the first step of the application process. All jobs are advertised in our career portal. Create an application profile – it will only take about two minutes and can open the door for you to jobs in all E.ON Group companies worldwide. All applications for advertised jobs at E.ON must be made online.

  • Interview

    In the interview, we get to know each other better. Tell us about yourself and ask us anything that is on your mind: about the position, the team or generally about E.ON as an employer. The interview will take place either in person or online. We look forward to meeting you.

  • Contract and onboarding

    Welcome to the team! We want to make sure that you'll find your way around the company quickly. During your onboarding you’ll learn everything you need to know about E.ON and your new work environment.

We value and foster diversity

Society is diverse – just like our workforce. We’ve proved that fresh ideas and perspectives always emerge when an exciting blend of different people work together. That's why we work hard to become a diversity pioneer.


In 2008, we signed the German Diversity Charter. We are also a member of numerous national and international networks and initiatives that deal with various aspects of diversity.


And we also promote an inclusive culture internally. To name just two examples: In Germany, we run a mentoring programme to prepare female employees for leadership positions. We also launched the CEO Awards for Diversity & Inclusion in 2018. The awards support people and activities at E.ON who are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Behind the scenes

At E.ON we are convinced that good energy connects. Get to know the people at E.ON, find out what we stand for and what topics you can work on with us.

Bernhard, Senior Sustainability Manager

Bernhard works in the sustainability department at E.ON. He is convinced: If everyone changes their behaviour a little, we can already achieve a lot for a sustainable future.

Kununu

We have already received several awards for our commitment as an employer - including in the areas of women and family friendliness and as a "Top Company" from the employer rating platform kununu.

Hybrid Working

For the most part, we have a hybrid working model in place where we work partly in the office and partly from home, depending on the task. This supports your work-life balance and protects the environment. We value personal exchange just as much as digital opportunities for collaboration, and we’ll provide you with the equipment and digital tools you need to do your job well. Please contact your recruiter to learn more about the working options of your desired position.

E.ON is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and infrastructure and a provider of innovative energy solutions for around 48 million customers. Around 74,000 employees are constantly working to digitize the energy world, achieve net zero and connect everyone to good energy. To achieve this, we are focusing our actions on sustainability, digitalization, and growth. We strongly believe that differences make us stronger and welcome all people into our inclusive and diverse culture.

Together into a green energy future

What makes E.ON stand out as an employer

  • Sense of purpose

    Together we pave the way for the green energy transition in Europe and enable society and our customers to become C02-neutral.

    Together we pave the way for the green energy transition in Europe and enable society and our customers to become C02-neutral.

  • Sustainability

    We make energy cleaner and smarter, giving our customers access to a sustainable supply of electricity and heat.

    We make energy cleaner and smarter, giving our customers access to a sustainable supply of electricity and heat.

  • Winning culture

    We promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and where everyone can reach their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to E.ON's success.

    We promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and where everyone can reach their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to E.ON's success.

  • Recognition

    We value the contribution of each individual. We recognise individual achievements and reward the successes we deliver as a team.

    We value the contribution of each individual. We recognise individual achievements and reward the successes we deliver as a team.

  • Work Life Balance

    Family or career? It doesn’t have to be either/or. Whether flexitime, part-time or hybrid working: At E.ON, you will find the right model for every life situation.

    Family or career? It doesn’t have to be either/or. Whether flexitime, part-time or hybrid working: At E.ON, you will find the right model for every life situation.

  • Health

    Benefit from our wide range of health and well-being offers and take advantage of preventative activities.

    Benefit from our wide range of health and well-being offers and take advantage of preventative activities.

  • Network

    Joining E.ON opens the door to countless opportunities – regionally and internationally.

    Joining E.ON opens the door to countless opportunities – regionally and internationally.

  • Development

    Whether you're looking for a specialist or management career, our individual training programmes will help you develop both professionally and personally.

    Whether you're looking for a specialist or management career, our individual training programmes will help you develop both professionally and personally.

  • Onboarding

    We’ll help you learn everything you need to know about E.ON and your new working environment – making your start at E.ON easy.

    We’ll help you learn everything you need to know about E.ON and your new working environment – making your start at E.ON easy.