Application Guide

How to Apply for Finance Accountant (m/f/x)

at Makersite

🏢 About Makersite

Makersite is an AI-driven platform that accelerates eco-friendly product development for manufacturers, achieving results 40x faster than traditional methods. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven startup that combines cutting-edge technology with sustainability, offering a remote-first culture and the chance to impact global supply chains.

About This Role

As a Finance Accountant at Makersite, you will own the end-to-end accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate financial records and timely payments. Your work directly supports the company's rapid growth by maintaining cash flow and enabling data-driven decisions, all while working remotely across Germany.

💡 A Day in the Life

You start your day by reviewing bank transactions and reconciling them in the ERP. Mid-morning, you process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding, then issue customer invoices and follow up on overdue accounts. After lunch, you assist with month-end accruals and prepare reports for the finance team, ending the day by planning payment runs and updating cash flow forecasts.

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🎯 Who Makersite Is Looking For

  • You have 5–7 years of accounting experience with deep expertise in German GAAP (HGB) and a certification like Bilanzbuchhalter/in or CPA.
  • You are highly proficient in DATEV and ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics), and can handle complex reconciliations and month-end close independently.
  • You possess excellent Excel skills for data analysis and reporting, and can communicate fluently in both German and English.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, remote startup environment, taking ownership of tasks and proactively improving processes.

📝 Tips for Applying to Makersite

1

Tailor your resume to highlight hands-on experience with DATEV and ERP systems, especially if you've worked with Microsoft Dynamics.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly mention your familiarity with HGB and provide an example of a month-end close or audit preparation you led.

3

Showcase any experience in a remote or distributed team, emphasizing your self-discipline and communication skills.

4

Include specific metrics, such as the volume of invoices processed or payment cycles managed, to demonstrate efficiency.

5

Research Makersite's product and mention how your accounting work supports their sustainability mission in your application.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your 5–7 years of accounting experience with strong AR/AP and month-end close under HGB.', 'Highlight your proficiency in DATEV and ERP systems, and your ability to work independently in a remote setting.', "Connect your role to the company's mission: accurate financials enable Makersite to scale its eco-friendly platform.", 'Mention any experience with process improvements or automation to align with their AI-driven culture.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Understand Makersite's core product: an AI platform that helps manufacturers design eco-friendly products by analyzing supply chain data.
  • → Read recent news or blog posts about their partnerships or funding rounds to grasp their growth stage.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the concept of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and how it relates to their platform.
  • → Check their careers page or LinkedIn for insights into company culture and team structure.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience with month-end and year-end close under HGB, including specific reconciliations and accruals.
2 How have you used DATEV and ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics) to streamline AP/AR processes?
3 Describe a time you improved a financial process or identified a discrepancy. What was the outcome?
4 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple payment cycles and reconciliations remotely?
5 Why are you interested in Makersite specifically, and how does your work in accounting contribute to sustainability?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic application without mentioning HGB or specific ERP experience; this role demands it.
  • Avoid vague descriptions of your accounting skills; use concrete numbers and examples.
  • Don't overlook the remote aspect—failing to demonstrate self-motivation and communication skills can hurt your candidacy.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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