Certified Accountant - Fluency in English

Michael Page; Porto; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Porto is seeking a Financial Accounting professional to ensure accurate, timely and compliant recording of all business transactions in line with GAAP and tax regulations. You will contribute to financial reporting integrity and provide strategic financial guidance to management.

The role requires a degree in Finance or Accounting, several years in financial accounting (manufacturing or international). Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and fluent English are essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in financial accounting.
• Experience in manufacturing or international corporate environments.
• Proficient with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Financial accounting

Corporate finance

Financial reporting

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

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.

Client Details

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
  • Tax Law
  • 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.