Job Description
About n8n
n8n is the open workflow orchestration platform built for the new era of AI. We empower technical teams with the freedom of code combined with the speed of no-code, enabling them to automate faster, smarter, and without limits. Since our founding in 2019, we've grown into a diverse team of over 220 professionals across Europe and the US, with our center of gravity in Berlin.
Our impressive track record includes cultivating a community of 650,000+ active developers, earning 145,000+ GitHub stars (Top 40 globally), and being ranked 4th in Sifted's 2025 B2B SaaS Rising 100. We've raised $240M to date, achieving a $2.5bn valuation and demonstrating strong momentum in the AI automation space.
The Role
We're seeking a Senior Accountant to take full ownership of n8n's end-to-end accounting operations. Your main goal will be to build a scalable, automated, and globally compliant finance foundation that supports our hyper-growth trajectory. This is a strategic opportunity to shape accounting infrastructure from the ground up at a fast-growing, well-funded SaaS company.
Core Responsibilities
Core Accounting Operations
- Lead the insourcing of accounting activities to establish an internal, scalable accounting foundation
- Own the full accounting cycle—from AP/AR to GL, assets, accruals, and deferrals—ensuring fast, accurate monthly closes
- Prepare monthly and annual financial statements under HGB and coordinate with tax advisors on filings, audits, and statutory reporting
Treasury, Payroll & Financial Controls
- Oversee vendor payments, bank reconciliations, and financial control checks to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Review employee reimbursements and partner with People Ops and payroll providers to ensure correct, timely payroll execution
- Maintain short- and mid-term cash visibility and support ongoing treasury forecasting
Group Accounting & International Operations
- Contribute to consolidated accounting across n8n's international entity structure
- Support expansion into new markets with appropriate accounting frameworks and compliance protocols
- Coordinate with external auditors and ensure adherence to global accounting standards
What We're Looking For
You bring strong technical accounting expertise, experience with accounting automation and workflow optimization, and a proven ability to scale finance operations in fast-growing companies. Familiarity with German accounting standards (HGB) is valuable. Most importantly, you're entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and excited about building finance infrastructure alongside a world-class team.
💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.