Fund Accounting Associate

PwC Portugal; Matosinhos; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Portugal is hiring a Fund Accounting Associate in Matosinhos to support international funds, acting as the main client contact and ensuring accurate accounting and tax management. You will work within PwC’s Managed Services, gaining exposure across LuxGAAP, IFRS, and USGAAP while developing technical accounting and client-facing skills.

You will collaborate with international colleagues, participate in a tailored learning program, and grow within a global PwC network focused on development

Qualifications

• Final year or completed Master in Economics, Accounting or Management (taxation background a plus).
• Interest in Tax and Accounting; eagerness to learn.
• Curiosity, motivation to learn, attention to detail, proactive mindset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate.
• English proficiency (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Be the main contact for international funds and manage client relations.
• Supervise accounting and tax aspects for a portfolio of international clients.
• Assist with bookkeeping, annual accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with international colleagues to deliver high-quality client support.
• Develop technical accounting knowledge (LuxGAAP, IFRS, USGAAP) and business knowledge through coaching.
• Participate in learning and development programs.

Skills

Client-facing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Master's degree in Economics, Accounting or Management

Relevant university degree

Job description

Fund Accounting Associate

Who we are:

We are a partnership between PwC Portugal and PwC Luxembourg, that will provide the candidates with the opportunity to work with international clients, from a brand-new office located in Matosinhos. PwC Luxembourg is the largest professional services firm in Luxembourg, providing audit, tax and advisory services including management consulting, transaction, financing and regulatory advice to a wide variety of clients. To make it happen, we count on the expertise of over 3,700 people from more than 94 different countries, who strive every day to reach excellence and team up to solve important problems through innovative solutions. We value diverse and singular career paths, embrace everyone's unique self and encourage our People to fuel their potential in a work environment that is inclusive, stimulating, and motivating.

Your mission:

Are you looking to kick-start your career in an international team? Our fast-growing fund accounting department is looking for motivated young professionals eager to learn, grow, and develop within an international PwC environment.

As part of our fast-growing Managed Services team, you will support international funds in managing their Accounting responsibilities. You will be the main contact for our clients, and continually improve client relations and develop our business activities. You will gain a deep understanding of clients’ key operations (processes, data, technology...), and contribute to ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency, while also helping identify opportunities to enhance processes and drive operational improvements.

This opportunity will allow you to build solid technical, analytical and client-facing skills, while gaining valuable insight into how international organisations manage their tax operations in an increasingly digital environment.

Be part of our team where you will:

• Be the main contact for our clients, and continually improve client relations and develop our business activities
• Supervise and regularly manage the accounting and tax aspects of a portfolio of international clients
• Assist with bookkeeping activities, preparation of annual accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks
• Work closely with international colleagues across the Accounting Department to deliver high-quality client support
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries, including international groups, operating companies, and holding structures
• Develop your technical accounting (LuxGAAP, IFRS, USGAAP, etc.); and business knowledge through continuous coaching, training, and hands-on experience
• Benefit from a tailored learning and development program designed to support your professional growth and career progression

What’s in it for you?

• A strong learning and development environment with structured onboarding and training
• International exposure through collaboration with Luxembourg and other PwC teams abroad
• The opportunity to work within a global PwC network and contribute to international projects
• A clear career growth path and the possibility to grow in indirect taxation and international compliance
• A collaborative, and supportive team culture focused on development and continuous learning

Let’s talk about you. If you…

• Are in your final year of, or already have, a Master degree in Economics, Accounting or Management (additional qualification in taxation is a plus) or any relevant university degree
• Have a strong interest in Tax and Accounting, and are eager to learn
• Have curiosity, motivation to learn, strong attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
• Have good communication and organizational skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Have english Proficiency (oral and written)

…You might be exactly who we are looking for!