Team Lead - Audit and Accounting Solutions (Fintech)

TL;DR

Team Lead - Audit and Accounting Solutions (Fintech): Leading the product strategy and execution for German audit software solutions with an accent on regulatory compliance, audit methodology, and AI integration. Focus on translating deep audit expertise into product decisions and shaping AI-driven audit capabilities to optimize professional workflows.

Location: Hybrid (3 days WFO in Stuttgart, Germany)

Company

hirify.global is a leading global fintech company specializing in audit and accounting software used by over 500,000 professionals across 130 countries.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary internal and external subject matter expert for all audit-related topics.
• Translate developments in audit methodology, standards, and regulations (IDW, ISA [DE], HGB, WPO) into product requirements.
• Own and define the product roadmap for the German Desktop and Cloud Audit portfolios.
• Lead, coach, and develop a specialized team of Product Managers and Product Specialists.
• Collaborate with global teams to define and prioritize AI capabilities grounded in real audit methodology.
• Drive major product releases and coordinate cross-functional readiness ahead of the annual busy season.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in statutory audit (Abschlussprüfung) at an audit firm.
• Qualified as Wirtschaftsprüfer (WP) or Steuerberater (StB), or currently in the qualification process.
• Deep understanding of German audit methodology and regulations (IDW, ISA [DE], HGB, WPO).
• German at native speaker level and proficient English.
• Strong affinity for IT tools and a genuine interest in integrating AI into modern work processes.
• Structured, project-oriented working style with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice to have

• Experience in product management or product ownership within the software industry.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and Jira.
• Prior experience using hirify.global’s audit software (Working Papers, AuditSolutions, Claudia).

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model with 3 days in the Stuttgart office.
• Direct impact on product growth with visibility to global leadership.
• Active use of modern AI tools integrated into daily work.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture focused on knowledge sharing.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on international projects within a diverse global team.