Certified Accountant -

Michael Page; Porto; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Professional environment

Exposure to diverse accounting

Job summary

Michael Page in Porto is seeking a Financial Accountant to ensure accurate, timely and compliant recording of all business transactions. You will prepare annual financial statements, P&L and balance sheets while shaping policies and reporting across finance functions.

Ideal candidates will hold a degree in finance or accounting with several years of experience, strong ERP and Excel skills, and fluent English to support international operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Several years of professional experience in financial accounting.
• Knowledge of financial accounting and corporate finance.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Proficient in Excel and fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, timely accounting of all transactions.
• Ensure compliance with accounting, tax, and financial reporting regulations.
• Prepare annual financial statements, P&L, and balance sheets.
• Define and implement policies, standards, and strategies in accounting/finance.
• Support management with forecasting and reporting.

Skills

Financial accounting

ERP systems

Excel

English fluency

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting

Several years experience

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

The Financial Accounting is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, complete, and compliant recording of all business transactions in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, tax regulations, and internal company policies. The role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, statutory compliance, and supports management through reliable financial information and strategic financial guidance.

The employer is a reputable company, recognized for its consistent growth and commitment to excellence. Operating as a medium-sized organization, it values precision, efficiency, and compliance in its financial and accounting practices.

Description

• Ensuring the continuous, accurate, and legally compliant accounting of all business transactions.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable accounting, tax, and financial reporting regulations.
• Preparing and overseeing annual financial statements, profit and loss accounts, and balance sheets.
• Defining and implementing policies, standards, and strategies within the areas of accounting and finance.
• Supporting management decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

Profile

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in financial accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or international corporate environment.
• Extensive knowledge of:
• Financial Accounting and Corporate Finance
• Corporate and Contract Law
• Financial Reporting and Consolidation Processes
• Strong commercial and business acumen.
• Experience in working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken.

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for career development.
• Work within a well-established medium-sized company.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Exposure to diverse accounting and finance responsibilities.