Accountant

Efficio Limited; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Efficio Limited, a leading procurement and supply chain consultancy, is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Lisbon. You will oversee financial reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain transparency in disclosures.

The role requires a minimum of three years in accounting, strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and ERP system familiarity. This on-site position offers opportunities to work with a global client base and support cross-divisional

Qualifications

• Three+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS and tax regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• ACCA, CIMA or other relevant accounting certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close processes and journal entries.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and tax requirements.
• Support internal and external audits with documentation.
• Prepare management commentary on cost movements and variances.
• Drive process improvements in accounting workflows.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

ACCA or CIMA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At Efficio, we're not just a consulting firm; we're a team of dedicated experts committed to transforming procurement and supply chain functions. Our mission is to drive sustainable, measurable value for our clients through innovative solutions and deep industry insights. Join us and be part of a dynamic environment where your skills and ideas make a real impact.

Efficio is the world’s largest specialist procurement and supply chain consultancy, with offices across Europe, North America, and the Middle East. We’re a diverse team of over 1,300 individuals, representing more than 60 different nationalities and speaking 40+ languages – and we’re continuing to grow rapidly!

We are recruiting for our Lisbon Office where you'll be joining a growing team of nearly 200 people. Consultants based in Lisbon will support clients globally with the opportunity for international travel. Our consultants provide flexible support to clients whether it is a rapid assessment, short term savings realisation or embedding in a long-term partnership to deliver lasting and measurable value to clients.

You will be responsible for overseeing the organization's financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

Your position would involve strategic management of reporting activities and collaboration with stakeholders to drive transparency and accuracy in financial disclosures.

What will you be doing?

• Month end: Preparation of all month end related journal entries in line with the month end calendar including reconciliation of key accounts.
• General Ledger Management: Maintain the general ledger, ensure proper account reconciliations, and monitor journal entries.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Preparation and first line review of all balance sheet reconciliation on a monthly basis to auditable standards.
• Controls: Ensure adherence to all key finance and process controls.
• Audit Support: Interna and external audit support, providing necessary documentation and responses to auditors.
• Cost Analysis and Insights: Prepare first line management accounts commentary insights into cost movements.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to accounting processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Collaboration with AP/AR activities, ensuring timely month end subledger cutoffs.
• Intercompany: Maintain the intercompany ledgers ensuring monthly reconciliations.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations.

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• ACCA, CIMA, or other relevant accounting certifications