Anton Eppel - Financial Accountant HGB

Q: Where is Anton based?

Anton is based in Burgheim, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Anton speak?

Anton speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Anton have?

Anton has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Anton has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 26 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months . Note that Anton may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Anton's latest experience?

Anton's most recent position is Financial Accountant HGB at RiVerGen e.V. .

Q: What companies has Anton worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Anton has worked for RiVerGen e.V. , Wenisch Haustechnik , SÜDPACK Group , Panasonic Industry Europe GmbH , and Hikma Pharma GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Anton most experienced in?

Anton is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Agriculture . Anton also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Real Estate , and Advertising .

Q: Which business areas is Anton most experienced in?

Anton is most experienced in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Human Resources (HR) . Anton also has some experience in Operations , Information Technology (IT) , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has Anton worked in recently?

Anton has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Food and Beverage , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Anton worked in recently?

Anton has recently worked in business areas like Accounting and Finance .

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Burgheim, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - May 2025

5 months

Financial Accountant HGB

RiVerGen e.V.

General ledger and subledgers (accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed asset accounting, cost accounting)
Incoming document management with Greyhound
Optimization of open items
DATEV Unternehmen Online
Greyhound Docs
Invoicefetcher, Flowwer, Buchhaltungsbutler

Apr 2024 - Sep 2024

6 months

Financial Accountant HGB

Wenisch Haustechnik

General ledger and subledgers (accounts receivable, accounts payable)
Incoming document management with ELO
Payment proposal for accounts payable
Management of received advance payments and final invoices
VAT advance returns, VAT reporting for third countries
ADATA financial accounting
ELO Solution Invoice

Feb 2024 - Mar 2024

2 months

Financial Accountant HGB

SÜDPACK Group

Sparring partner for the accounting team
Process management (recording, analysis, optimization, documentation of workflows)
SAP R/3 FI
ELO Solution Invoice

May 2022 - Oct 2023

1 year 6 months

Germany

Financial Accountant HGB

Panasonic Industry Europe GmbH

Implementing SAP R/3 processes in the GL area in SAP S/4HANA
Streamlining and optimizing workflows
Process management (recording, analysis, optimization, documentation of workflows)
Z4 and Z5 reports, SOX reports
Intercompany reconciliation
SAP R/3
SAP S/4HANA

Nov 2021 - May 2022

7 months

Financial Accountant HGB

Hikma Pharma GmbH

General ledger and subledgers
Processing and posting imported bank statements
Direct debit for accounts receivable
Dunning for accounts receivable
Payment proposal for accounts payable
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses/accrued income, provisions, updating reconciliations, inventory valuations, account reconciliations)
Process management (recording, analysis, optimization, documentation of workflows)
SAP R/3

Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

5 months

Balance Sheet Accountant HGB

BDG GmbH

Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting work processes, training new employees)
Daily tasks in the general ledger and subsidiary ledger for three companies
Accounts payable payment runs for three companies
VAT advance returns and recapitulative statements for two companies
Quarterly VAT filings for France and Poland
Closing tasks (accruals and deferrals, provisions, account reconciliations, inventory valuations)
Special assignments for the finance manager
JD Edwards (AS400)

Jun 2020 - Jun 2021

1 year 1 month

Balance Sheet Accountant HGB

Allgäuer Hof-Milch GmbH

Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting work processes, training new employees)
Processing incoming invoices (open item management, forwarding to specialist departments for review and approval, importing into DATEV Unternehmen-Online)
Daily updating of the liquidity plan
Accounts payable payment runs
Closing tasks (accruals and deferrals, provisions, account reconciliations, inventory valuations)
Special assignments for the finance manager
DATEV Unternehmen-Online

Jan 2020 - May 2020

5 months

Balance Sheet Accountant HGB

Pacura Med GmbH

Closing tasks (accruals and deferrals, provisions, updating mirror accounts, inventory valuations, account reconciliations)
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting work processes, training new employees)
DATEV Unternehmen-Online

Nov 2019 - Jan 2020

3 months

Munich, Germany

Balance Sheet Accountant HGB

Munich International School e.V.

Ongoing accounts payable accounting, collaboration with responsible purchasers through LOBO DMS workflow, invoice verification
Payment proposals
Account reconciliation of general and subsidiary ledgers, open item maintenance
Fixed assets accounting
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting work processes, training new employees)
SAP R/3 FI
LOBO DMS

Aug 2019 - Oct 2019

3 months

Germany

Balance Sheet Accountant HGB

Hoerbiger Deutschland Holding GmbH

Ongoing accounts payable accounting, VERIFY workflow
Collaboration with responsible purchasers
Payment proposals
Consignment stock accounting; intercompany reconciliation
Reviewing booked goods postings in the goods receipt/invoice receipt account, resolving quantity variances and price differences (purchase orders, incoming invoices), handling credit notes
Account review and clearing, checking booked transactions
Clearing open items (checking for duplicate postings, duplicate payments)
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting work processes, training new employees)
SAP R/3
HAP Verifier (workflow, DMS)

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

3 months

HGB Accountant

Sinh GmbH

Ongoing accounts payable subledger bookkeeping (ABAS ERP system)
Processing complaints
Resolving price and quantity discrepancies
Dunning
Payment proposal
Invoice verification, provisions, accruals
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting workflows, training new staff)
ABAS ERP

Mar 2019 - May 2019

3 months

HGB Accountant

Härter Werkzeugbau GmbH / Hottinger Präzisionstechnik GmbH

Ongoing bookkeeping in general ledger and subledgers (fixed assets, accounts receivable and accounts payable)
Payment proposal
Intercompany reconciliation
Reviewing and clarifying accounts, checking recorded transactions
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliation, inventory valuations)
Reviewing and checking VAT returns and summary reports for accuracy and compliance
ABAS ERP

Sep 2018 - Feb 2019

6 months

HGB Accountant

Bavius Technologie GmbH

Ongoing bookkeeping in general ledger and subledgers (fixed assets, accounts receivable and accounts payable)
Payment proposal
Reviewing and clarifying accounts, checking recorded transactions
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliation, inventory valuations)
Reviewing and checking VAT returns and summary reports for accuracy and compliance
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting workflows, training new staff)
Creating a company-specific chart of accounts guide
proALPHA ERP

Nov 2017 - Sep 2018

11 months

HGB Accountant

HPH Halmburger & Kampf Partnerschaft Steuerberater Rechtsanwalt Wirtschaftsprüfer mbB

Client support within a major client ZEITGOLD (document archiving with integrated posting suggestions)
DATEV Unternehmen Online
DATEV payroll accounting

Nov 2015 - Sep 2017

1 year 11 months

HGB Accountant

Merial GmbH

Accounts receivable bookkeeping
Ongoing posting of incoming payments and return debits
Direct debits, dunning, client support, installment payments, collections
Monthly specific valuation allowance
Accounts payable bookkeeping
Ongoing recording of supplier invoices
Payment proposal
Credit card reconciliations
General ledger
Managing various petty cash accounts
Travel expense review and posting
Ad-hoc reports for the Chief Accountant and Head of Finance
Account reconciliation as part of the year-end closing
SAP R/3

Jun 2015 - May 2017

2 years

HGB Accountant

Mucos Pharma GmbH & Co. KG / Mucos Emulsionsgesellschaft mbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger (banks, cash) and subsidiary ledgers (accounts receivable and accounts payable)
Payment proposals for accounts payable, direct debits for accounts receivable
Provisions, accruals, and fixed asset accounting
Review of travel expense reports for internal and field sales staff
Checking and posting of credit card statements
Fleet management, travel expense review, and posting
Accounting for smaller intercompany entities
DKS (AS 400)
HR Works

Jan 2015 - Apr 2015

4 months

HGB Accountant

PGNiG SA

Account reconciliation with updates to the internal posting manual
Support for tax audits and financial audits
Checking and recalculation of provisions
Updating the schedule of accruals and provisions
Review of the fixed asset schedule
Other tasks (balance confirmations in accounts receivable and accounts payable)
DATEV Accounting

May 2012 - Mar 2016

3 years 11 months

HGB Accountant

MGM Direktmarketing & IT-Services GmbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger and sub-ledgers
Payment proposal
Account review and clarification, checking recorded transactions according to GoDB
Closing tasks (accruals and deferrals, provisions, account reconciliation, inventory valuations)
Review and verification of VAT advance returns and the EC sales list for accuracy and compliance
SELECTLINE ERP

Oct 2010 - Dec 2014

4 years 3 months

Germany

Diploma in Business Administration (FH)

DB Vermietung / Farmservice Thüringen / Betonwerk Bad Langensalza

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger and sub-ledgers
Ongoing management of residential and commercial rental properties
Annual heating and utility cost statements
Closing tasks (accruals and deferrals, provisions, account reconciliation)
LEXWARE Accounting

Sep 2008 - Oct 2010

2 years 2 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Diploma in Business Administration (FH)

BFZ und BBW Ingolstadt

Job application training
Accounting refresher course for job-seeking accountants
European Computer Driving License (ECDL) 4

Jan 2000 - Dec 2014

15 years

HGB Financial Accountant

LST Agricultural Stall Equipment and Systems Sales GmbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger and subledgers: fixed assets, accounts receivable and accounts payable
Payment proposals
Reviewing and clearing accounts, checking entries according to GoBD
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliations, inventory valuations)
Checking and auditing VAT returns and summary reports for accuracy and compliance
Process management (recording, analyzing, optimizing, documenting workflows, training new hires)
Payroll accounting
SELECTLINE ERP
LEXWARE Payroll and Salaries

Jul 1998 - Sep 2003

5 years 3 months

HGB Financial Accountant

Freihof Tax and Fiduciary Services GmbH

Managing a fixed client portfolio (30 companies)
Financial accounting
Payroll accounting, including construction payroll
Preparing closing in cooperation with the responsible closing clerk
DATEV Accounting
DATEV Payroll and Salaries
DATEV Construction Payroll

Jan 1996 - May 1998

2 years 5 months

HGB Financial Accountant

Macromedia GmbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger (bank, cash) and subledgers (accounts receivable and accounts payable, fixed assets)
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliations)
Collaboration with the responsible tax advisor
SAGE CLASSIC LINE

Jul 1993 - Aug 1995

2 years 2 months

HGB Financial Accountant

Point Leasing GmbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger (bank, cash) and subledgers (accounts receivable and accounts payable, fixed assets)
Payroll accounting
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliations)
Collaboration with the responsible tax advisor
Vehicle/leasing management
DATEV Financial Accounting
DATEV LODAS

Jul 1989 - Dec 2000

11 years 6 months

HGB Financial Accountant

Werner Companies GmbH

Ongoing accounting in the general ledger (bank, cash) and subledgers (accounts receivable and accounts payable, fixed assets)
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses and accruals, provisions, account reconciliations)
Collaboration with the responsible tax advisor
SOFTSYSTEM

Jan 1986 - Dec 1997

12 years

Owner

Eppel Accounting Office

Ongoing financial and payroll accounting for commercial businesses
Closing tasks (prepaid expenses, provisions, account reconciliation)
Collaboration with the responsible tax advisor
SOFTSYSTEM
DATEV Accounting
DATEV Payroll
DATEV Construction Payroll

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (19 years), Manufacturing (17.5 years), Agriculture (15 years), Information Technology (6.5 years), Advertising (4 years), and Real Estate (4 years).

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Agriculture

Information Technology

Advertising

Real Estate

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Accounting (38.5 years), Finance (21.5 years), Human Resources (15 years), Operations (4.5 years), Information Technology (2 years), and Customer Service (1 year).

Accounting

Finance

Human Resources

Operations

Information Technology

Customer Service

Skills

Excel
Word
Powerpoint

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1977 - Jul 1983

Munich University of Applied Sciences

FH Diploma in Business Administration · Business Administration · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

European Computer Driving License ECDL 4

IHK trainer certificate for commercial professions (ADA certificate)

DGQ Quality Representative and Internal Auditor

Profile

Created

December 2024

Last Update

May 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Anton based?

Anton is based in Burgheim, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Anton speak?

Anton speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Anton have?

Anton has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Anton has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 26 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Anton may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Anton be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Anton would be well-suited for roles such as: Financial Accountant HGB, Balance Sheet Accountant HGB, HGB Accountant.

What is Anton's latest experience?

Anton's most recent position is Financial Accountant HGB at RiVerGen e.V..

What companies has Anton worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Anton has worked for RiVerGen e.V., Wenisch Haustechnik, SÜDPACK Group, Panasonic Industry Europe GmbH, and Hikma Pharma GmbH.

Which industries is Anton most experienced in?

Anton is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Agriculture. Anton also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Real Estate, and Advertising.

Which business areas is Anton most experienced in?

Anton is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources (HR). Anton also has some experience in Operations, Information Technology (IT), and Customer Service.

Which industries has Anton worked in recently?

Anton has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Anton worked in recently?

Anton has recently worked in business areas like Accounting and Finance.

What is Anton's education?

Anton attended Munich University of Applied Sciences for Business Administration.

Does Anton have any certificates?

Anton has 3 certificates. These include: European Computer Driving License ECDL 4, IHK trainer certificate for commercial professions (ADA certificate), and DGQ Quality Representative and Internal Auditor.

What is the availability of Anton?

Anton is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Anton?

Anton's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.