Fixed Asset Accountant (f/m/d)

• Own the annual fixed asset inventory: Plan and run the year-end physical inventory and reconcile the results to the asset register.
• Structure the asset register: Define clear data standards, and maintain an accurate, reconciled register across all entities.
• Define the capitalization lifecycle: Set up a clear, documented process from construction in progress (CIP) to asset activation, including capitalization decisions, depreciation tables, impairment, and disposals.
• Manage public funding bookings: Establish the booking logic for subsidized assets, including treatment of grants and the related depreciation and reporting requirements.
• Automate the purchase-to-asset process: Work with Procurement to design a documented, automated flow from purchase order to capitalized asset in NetSuite and NetAssets.
• Build procedures and enable the team: Document policies and work instructions, so the process runs reliably, and hand over clear procedures to the emerging team.
• Partner across the business: Work with project, construction, and site teams to get timely, reliable information on assets under construction and assets placed into service.
• Support audit readiness: Prepare reconciliations and supporting documentation, and act as the day-to-day contact for external auditors on fixed asset matters.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Solid experience in fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, construction in progress, depreciation methods and lifetime tables, impairment, and disposals
• Experience with public funding, grants, or subsidy booking
• Hands-on experience with year-end physical inventories, asset reconciliations, and working with external auditors
• A process improvement and documentation mindset, with an openness to using automation and AI tools to make finance work more efficient
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to build structure in an environment that is still taking shape
• Clear communication skills in English and German
• Comfort working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and procurement colleagues

NICE TO HAVE

• Working knowledge of NetSuite and/or NetAssets, with an interest in improving systems and processes
• Experience in a manufacturing, energy, or capital-intensive industry with significant assets under construction
• Experience setting up a function from scratch or documenting processes for a growing team

WHAT WE OFFER

• Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.
• Career Development: We invest in our people. This is an opportunity to join an early, growing company at the forefront of new technology, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with great people in a dynamic, international environment with top-tier scientists, engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.
• Ownership: Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.
• Your Success is our Success: We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options, giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.
• Vacation Days: We support your work-life-balance by granting you 30 days of vacation per year.
• Snacks and Drinks: Our office fridges are never empty. Enjoy our healthy snacks and drinks. Our Darmstadt office even offers a canteen with delicious lunch options daily.
• Retirement Plan: If you decide for a private pension plan, we will finance 20% on top of your monthly contributions, plus loyalty incentives.
• Equipment: We offer state-of-the-art Windows or Apple Laptops. In addition, you will receive a keyboard, mouse and headset so you are fully equipped from day 1.
• Events: We organize regular events to foster team bonding, encourage collaboration, and build a strong, supportive company culture. Connect with colleagues across departments, share ideas, and have fun together, both in and outside of the workplace.
• Mobility with NAVIT: We partner with NAVIT to support your flexible commuting needs—whether it’s a public transportation ticket, taxi rides or car-sharing you choose what fits your lifestyle.
• Fitness with Wellhub: We care about your health. Get access to a wide range of gyms, fitness studios and wellness services across Europe through our partnership with Wellhub.

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.

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Quelle: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), Tabelle; dl-de/by-2-0; eigene Berechnung

Veröffentlicht am 01. Nov. 2026

Veröffentlicht am 01. Nov. 2026

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