Global Accounting Manager: IFRS, Consolidations & Tax

SBM Offshore; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

SBM Offshore seeks a senior accounting professional to lead the Close & Accounting Department within the CBSC. You will oversee group closings, ensure data quality in ERP, and coordinate statutory IFRS reporting across multiple entities.

The role emphasizes IFRS knowledge, process optimization, and strong English communication while managing a team and liaising with auditors and JV partners.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting / finance / reporting in an international environment.
• Solid IFRS knowledge, including IFRS15 and IFRS16 as relevant.
• Experience in statutory financial statements under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Strong English communication, analytical thinking and proactive teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly or quarterly closings for Group purposes and ensure timetables are followed.
• Prepare quarterly topics in collaboration with finance stakeholders.
• Ensure ERP data quality to improve consolidated reporting.
• Review and submit Balance Sheet, liaising with Group consolidation.
• Support accounting processes documentation with Delivery Control and GPO.
• Ensure internal control procedures (ICOFr) are applied.
• Contribute to optimize the accounting team for project accounting.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and ERP modernization.
• Ensure Group accounting policies are applied across entities.
• Supervise statutory financial statements preparation under IFRS.
• Coordinate with external auditors for Group and statutory audits.
• Manage financial information for Joint Ventures and board packages.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, including training and coaching.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

English communication skills

Team leadership

ERP systems

Education

MBA / Master degree in Accounting or Finance / Business School

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

SBM Offshore seeks a senior accounting professional to lead the Close & Accounting Department within the CBSC. You will oversee group closings, ensure data quality in ERP, and coordinate statutory IFRS reporting across multiple entities.

The role emphasizes IFRS knowledge, process optimization, and strong English communication while managing a team and liaising with auditors and JV partners.