General Ledger & Reporting Accountant

About the role

Eurofins Business Services Portugal is hiring a General Ledger & Reporting Accountant for its international Shared Services Center in Braga. This hybrid, full-time role takes ownership of key accounting processes and contributes to accurate financial reporting, improved processes and a dynamic business environment.

Key responsibilities

• General ledger and month-end close: execute and oversee GL activities accurately and efficiently, and contribute to month-end close and financial reporting
• Journal entries: prepare and review journal entries, including complex and ad hoc postings
• Fixed assets: manage additions, disposals and depreciation, and handle complex accounting scenarios in line with standards
• Reconciliations: perform intercompany reconciliations, prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Analysis: deliver P&L and balance sheet analysis
• Reporting and compliance: manage corporate reporting packages, upload data into reporting tools such as Cognos, support VAT and tax reporting and audits, and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
• Process improvement: identify improvements, work with Finance teams, controllers and business stakeholders, and support transitions, documentation and knowledge sharing

Required profile

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or similar
• 2+ years of experience in record-to-report (RtR) accounting
• Experience in SSC/BPO environments is a plus
• Strong ownership, independence, analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, international environment
• English at B2 level or higher; additional languages are a plus

Required skills

• Solid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
• ERP systems and reporting tools such as Cognos
• Advanced Excel

What we offer

• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours
• Full onboarding and training program
• Benefits including private medical care, meal vouchers, annual bonus, birthday day off and referral program
• Social events and team activities