Financial Director

Una Seguros SA; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Una Seguros SA in Lisbon seeks a seasoned Financial Director/Manager to lead the subsidiary's accounting, financial reporting and closing processes, ensuring IFRS compliance and alignment with Group policies. You will oversee treasury, tax, budgeting, audits, and financial analysis, partnering with management to drive profitability and strategic investments across cross-border operations.

Applicants should have 8+ years in finance, prior Europe experience (Portugal preferred), and a degree in

Qualifications

• 8+ years of financial work experience, with prior experience as Financial Director/Manager in Europe (especially Portugal)
• Bachelor's degree or above in finance/accounting or related fields; CPA or ACCA preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish and improve the subsidiary's financial management and control system in compliance with local regulations and IFRS
• In charge of accounting, preparation and submission of financial statements, and financial closing
• Coordinate internal and external audits; conduct financial analysis and support management decisions
• Manage treasury and tax affairs, optimize fund allocation and cross-border fund flows
• Organize annual budgeting, monitor implementation, and cost control; analyze variances and improve profitability

Skills

Financial leadership

IFRS

Treasury management

Tax planning

Internal controls

Cross-border finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

CPA/ACCA preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Hyperion

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities: Establish and improve the subsidiary's financial management and control system in compliance with Portuguese local regulations, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and the Group's financial management policies; optimize organizational structure and team building; establish risk prevention and control mechanisms to ensure compliant and efficient financial operations.

About the Role

In charge of accounting, preparation and submission of financial statements, and financial closing for the subsidiary; coordinate internal and external audits; conduct financial analysis and provide professional support to management for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage the subsidiary's treasury and tax affairs, optimize fund allocation, mitigate financial risks, ensure compliant tax filing and planning, and facilitate smooth cross-border fund flows.
• Organize the subsidiary's annual budgeting, implementation monitoring, and cost control; analyze budget variances, optimize cost structures, and ensure budget targets are achieved while enhancing profitability.
• Participate in major operational decisions and investment project evaluations for the subsidiary; coordinate with all relevant parties; and complete other finance-related tasks assigned by the Group and the Company's management.

Qualifications

• Familiar with European local culture, business environment, and regulations, and able to work long-term in Portugal.
• 8+ years of financial work experience, with prior experience as Financial Director/Manager in Europe (especially Portugal); prior experience in a Big Four European accounting firm is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or above in finance/accounting or related fields; internationally recognized certifications such as CPA or ACCA are preferred.

Required Skills

• Fluent in both Chinese and English; Portuguese fluency is a plus; strong resilience under pressure and ability to adapt to an overseas work pace.
• Proficient in IFRS, Portuguese local fiscal and tax regulations, and foreign exchange rules; substantial experience in tax planning, treasury management, and internal control development; skilled in using financial and office software.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in a Big Four European accounting firm is preferred.