Accounting Specialist (f/m/d) – Travel Expenses

Vallendar

Part-time

Temporary

General information

We are looking for a dedicated professional (f/m/d) to join our Accounting team from January 1, 2027, with a focus on travel expenses and the opportunity to take on additional financial accounting responsibilities over time. The position can be based at either our Düsseldorf campus or our headquarters in Vallendar.

This part-time position (27 hours per week) is initially offered on a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension.

Your mission

Advising our employees on all matters relating to business travel and travel expenses
Reviewing, assigning account codes to, and posting travel expense claims in accordance with tax regulations and internal policies
Actively contributing to the selection, implementation, and ongoing development of a new business travel booking solution
Supporting the digitalization and continuous improvement of our expense reimbursement processes
Assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities
Gradually taking on additional responsibilities in financial accounting, which may include assisting with periodic VAT returns, tax returns, and the documentation of tax-related processes

Your profile

Completed vocational training in business administration or taxation, for example as a tax clerk, or an equivalent qualification
Ideally, professional experience in travel expense accounting, financial accounting, or tax advisory services
Knowledge of travel expense and VAT regulations would be an advantage
An interest in developing your knowledge of tax matters and gradually taking on additional responsibility
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central would be an advantage
Experience with digital expense management systems is desirable
A meticulous, structured, and reliable approach to work
A strong service orientation and good German and English language skills
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

What we offer

A diverse and international working environment
An open-minded, supportive, and motivated team
Opportunities to actively contribute to the school’s development
Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes
Attractive skill development and training offerings
Flexible working time models, including home office option
Exclusive company-sponsored social benefits
Ecofriendly mobility offers (e.g., JobTicket, JobRad, e-mobility)
Daycare for children for working parents
Various fitness and health activities

WHU is an equal opportunity employer and thus welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. We believe in the benefits of diversity and therefore foster an international, inclusive, and inspiring working environment.

Contact

For questions please contact:

Jan Philipp Botsch
Associate Director Finance
email: jan-philipp.botsch@whu.edu

About us

As one of Germany’s top private business schools, WHU is consistently ranked among Europe’s finest. Since its inception in 1984, we have driven excellence and entrepreneurial thinking, producing innovative research that steers progress for all areas of society and industry. At both the Vallendar and Düsseldorf campuses, we empower leaders to become responsible changemakers, guided by integrity, diversity, and strengthened by a deep sense of togetherness.