Finance Manager - Shared Services Center

Hexa People; Porto; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational finance firm in Porto is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead an accounting team responsible for end-to-end financial services across multiple international entities. The role involves high-level oversight and hands-on transformation, focusing on IFRS compliance and team leadership. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a global accounting environment and a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting. Strong English communication skills and leadership experience in a Shared Service context are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a global accounting environment, mastering IFRS reporting.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in SSC or BPO framework.
• Demonstrated ability in managing accounting migration projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead an accounting team for multiple international legal entities.
• Ensure integrity and compliance of sub-ledgers and general ledgers.
• Drive the

Skills

English communication skills

Change management

Leadership

Accountancy expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Job description

As a Finance Manager within our centralized European hub, you will lead a dedicated accounting team providing end-to-end financial services for multiple international legal entities. This position is a blend of high-level oversight and hands‑on transformation; you will be the primary point of contact for regional business partners while simultaneously steering the growth of our Shared Service Center (SSC).

• Operational Control: You are responsible for the integrity of sub‑ledgers, general ledgers, and the production of full tax and financial statements under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Strategic Growth: You will play a critical role in the "ramp‑up" phase of our regional hub, driving recruitment, standardizing global workflows, and managing the migration of financial functions from local markets.
• Governance: You will ensure total compliance with internal control catalogs and regional financial legislation, maintaining audit‑ready books at all times.
• Reporting & Advisory: You will present reconciled performance statements and supporting schedules to senior management, offering data‑driven commentary to influence business decisions.

Key Requirements

• Professional Background: A minimum of 5 years in a global accounting environment with a deep mastery of IFRS reporting. You should hold a Bachelors degree in Finance/Accounting (or an Associate degree paired with 7+ years of relevant experience).
• Leadership Experience: At least 2 years of proven experience managing or leading teams within a Shared Service (SSC) or Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) framework.
• Change Management Skills: A documented track record of successfully driving accounting migration projects and process optimization initiatives.
• Soft Skills & Values: Strong English communication skills are essential. We seek a leader who prioritizes talent development, fosters a diverse work culture, and proactively suggests improvements to existing structures.
• Execution Excellence: The ability to maintain high accuracy under strict reporting deadlines while managing the evolving complexities of a centralized finance department.