Meet Urban Sports Club
We are Europe’s leading platform for sports and wellness. Our mission is to inspire people to lead active, healthy lives and with just one membership we offer access to thousands of fitness and wellness experiences across Europe.
But what truly sets us apart? We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re curious about how we work, what we value and how you might grow with us, explore our Culture Hub & Career Opportunities.
The Opportunity
Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting? We are looking for an experienced accountant to join our central group reporting and international accounting team. In this role, you will play a key part in preparing and managing financial records with a particular focus on general ledgers and tax compliance, ensuring accuracy, and supporting the growth of our organization. If you have a passion for numbers, problem-solving, and contributing to the success of a business, we'd love to hear from you!
What you will do
- Ensure the correct commercial and tax accounting of complex issues within our group legal entities regarding local accounting policies
- You prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements according to local GAAP for our international group entities in close cooperation with local tax advisors
- You regularly review the monthly financial statements and results of the group entities in charge
- You take over the responsibility of the day-to-day business of the general ledger accounting
- Collaborate with the business and provide technical input to the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as well as to the controlling teams
- You are the contact person for auditors, local authorities and banks
- You own responsibility for regular tax filings including VAT
- Never not curious, you play a pivotal role in improving our main-ledger processes to support a strongly growing business by way of automation and proper documentation
What you'll need to succeed
- You have successfully completed a commercial apprenticeship and graduated as an accountant or have a business degree with a focus on accounting and tax
- You have gained at least 3-5 years of work experience in financial accounting and balance sheet preparation
- You have a sound knowledge of local GAAP and tax law and are able to apply this knowledge confidently
- You have a very good understanding of numbers as well as an independent, structured and solutions-driven as well as pragmatic way of working
- You are a team player with an all-round view and hands-on mentality
- Excellent communication skills in German and English (spoken and written), French or Spanish is a plus
- Proven skills with software packages (MS Office, G-Suite) and proficiency in accounting software (e.g. DATEV, Oracle, Workday)
- Eagerness to run projects with a strong sense of ownership
- Experience in fast paced scale-up environments including subscription businesses is a plus
What’s in it for you
- Free Urban Sports Club L Pro Membership + Friends and Family Discount: Stay active with free membership, plus discounts for friends and family.
- Flexible Work Model: Enjoy a hybrid work setup, balancing on-site and remote work options to fit your lifestyle.
- Extended Remote Work Options: Work up to 120 days remotely within the EU, the UK, and Switzerland, including 30 days outside the EU. You’ll also have the option to desk-swap at our other European offices.
- WorkOUT Life Balance: Take advantage of 30 days of paid vacation annually, plus two additional days for volunteering, flexible working hours, and complimentary access to our mental health provider Open Up.
- Personal Development: Receive an annual budget of €1,000 for professional growth, with regular internal training sessions and weekly German and English language classes.
- Engaging Team Culture: Participate in regular team and company events along with wellness initiatives that help you stay productive, healthy, and engaged in a hybrid work environment.
Urban Sports Club is committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone who applies for a position or already works with us, regardless of their sports preferences, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion (or lack thereof).
