Accountant Oeiras

Accountant
Oeiras
Oeiras, Distrito de Lisboa, Portugal

We have an incredible opportunity for an Accountant to join our SDO team in Lisbon. As an Accountant you will be responsible for the
-
- day accounting and supporting the
- end and
- end closing processes. This position involves ensuring accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate a smooth closing process.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

1. Lead daily general ledger tasks, including managing journal entries, accruals, provisions, and account reconciliations, with precision.
2. Ensure accuracy by reviewing and posting ad hoc journal entries based on team input.
3. Keep SAP systems up to date by maintaining pricing lists and monitoring intercompany (IC) prices.
4. Take ownership of scheduling, posting, and reconciling recurring IC charges, resolving any open items.
5. Manage exchange rates, currency valuations, and annual
   - forward balances to ensure accurate records.
6. Drive
   - end and
   - end closing processes by maintaining task lists, schedules, and reconciliations.
7. Produce accurate financial statements and support data consolidation efforts.
8. Ensure compliance by maintaining thorough documentation and supporting audits with timely data.
9. Proactively identify and correct errors in manual journal entry requests to ensure accuracy.
10. Foster collaboration across teams, including Finance, AP, and AR, to streamline workflows and resolve issues effectively.
11. Attend learning activities and seek valuable insights from senior colleagues and team leads.
12. Participate in S4 HANA functional and technical training sessions.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED?

1. Total relevant finance experience of 1-2 years.
2. Knowledge of SAP S4 HANA and financial software, proficiency in Excel.
3. Knowledge of financial accounting and reporting standards, GAAP and IFRS principles.
4. Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
5. Familiarity with shared service center operations is a plus.
6. Strong communication skills and attention to details.

WHAT IS ON OFFER?

As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Our benefits differ across regions; our recruiting team will be able to give more details.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

Your job application will be reviewed by a member of our recruiting team. If your experience aligns with the requirements, you will enter our hiring process which will consist of the following:

1. Behavioral Assessment
2. Leadership Interview

ABOUT SCANDINAVIAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Scandinavian Tobacco Group, we encourage you to craft the career that makes you more. We have a rich heritage that dates back 250 years and have been operating as a Scandinavian Tobacco Group since 1961. We operate in over 100 countries, employing over 10, 000 people. We offer a diverse portfolio of iconic brands ranging from Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas and most recently branched into smokeless tobacco through our recent acquisition of XQS. We are on a mission to focus on sustainability and minimizing our environmental footprint. We are committed to creating a culture that allows us to blend our strengths, to go far it takes a winning team, and this is why we pride ourselves on sharing our skills, knowledge and expertise to push each other forward.

Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.