Senior Accountant

1global; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Job summary

1GLOBAL, a Lisbon-based financial operations role, seeks a Senior Accountant to own core accounting functions including reconciliations, VAT returns, and financial statement preparation for multiple entities. You will support wholesale cost calculations during month-end close and assist in global audits, working with cross-functional teams and external partners.

This role reports to the Deputy Group Controller and offers exposure to technical accounting topics and opportunities for growth within

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with strong accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• Excellent Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience within Big 4 or equivalent training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with regulations.
• Prepare financial statements for multiple entities.
• Support wholesale cost calculations in month-end close.
• Assist in worldwide audits with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Big 4 experience

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA)

Job description

1GLOBAL is a technology-driven global mobile communications provider helping enterprises and consumer brands deliver seamless connectivity worldwide. Powered by a best-in-class telecom platform, proprietary eSIM technology, and its own mobile core network across 15 countries, 1GLOBAL operates as a fully regulated telecommunications provider in 43 countries.

Founded in 2022, 1GLOBAL has rapidly become one of Europe's fastest-growing telecom technology companies, connecting more than 80 million people and devices globally. Our customers include leading banks, multinational enterprises, global retailers, travel companies, payment service providers, and digital-first businesses.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, with R&D hubs in Lisbon, Berlin, and São Paulo, 1GLOBAL employs over 550 professionals across 16 countries. With annual revenues exceeding US$200 million and a strong track record of profitability, we continue to invest in innovation, infrastructure, and international expansion as we redefine the future of global mobile connectivity.

About the Role

As we embark on a pivotal journey towards becoming a listed entity within the next three years, we are building a strong Finance team to help steer the company through this transformative era. The Senior Accountant at 1GLOBAL will own core accounting functions while getting genuine exposure to the technical and cross-functional work that shapes a growing global business, with real scope to take on special projects and technical accounting topics as they prove themselves.

This role will be located in Lisbon, and will report into the Deputy Group controller. This role also offers close proximity to senior finance leadership and the wider group team.

This position offers substantial opportunity for professional growth within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If you're naturally curious, ask good questions, and want to be trusted with increasing responsibility as you prove yourself, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About the Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy in reporting
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Prepare financial statements for a number of entities
• Support wholesale cost calculations as part of month-end close
• Provide support in worldwide audits, collaborating with various teams and external partners
• Assist in finance automation projects, identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Oversee the automated cash reconciliation process, ensuring its efficiency and reliability
• Gain exposure to IFRS 16 lease accounting as part of the close process
• Improve processes for the finance team to optimise efficiency and effectiveness

About Us

1GLOBAL is a technology-driven global mobile communications provider helping enterprises and consumer brands deliver seamless connectivity worldwide. Powered by a best-in-class telecom platform, proprietary eSIM technology, and its own mobile core network across 15 countries, 1GLOBAL operates as a fully regulated telecommunications provider in 43 countries.

Founded in 2022, 1GLOBAL has rapidly become one of Europe's fastest-growing telecom technology companies, connecting more than 80 million people and devices globally. Our customers include leading banks, multinational enterprises, global retailers, travel companies, payment service providers, and digital-first businesses.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, with R&D hubs in Lisbon, Berlin, and São Paulo, 1GLOBAL employs over 550 professionals across 16 countries. With annual revenues exceeding US$200 million and a strong track record of profitability, we continue to invest in innovation, infrastructure, and international expansion as we redefine the future of global mobile connectivity.

About the Role

As we embark on a pivotal journey towards becoming a listed entity within the next three years, we are building a strong Finance team to help steer the company through this transformative era. The Senior Accountant at 1GLOBAL will own core accounting functions while getting genuine exposure to the technical and cross-functional work that shapes a growing global business, with real scope to take on special projects and technical accounting topics as they prove themselves.

This role will be located in Lisbon, and will report into the Deputy Group controller. This role also offers close proximity to senior finance leadership and the wider group team.

This position offers substantial opportunity for professional growth within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If you're naturally curious, ask good questions, and want to be trusted with increasing responsibility as you prove yourself, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About the Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy in reporting
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Prepare financial statements for a number of entities
• Support wholesale cost calculations as part of month-end close
• Provide support in worldwide audits, collaborating with various teams and external partners
• Assist in finance automation projects, identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Oversee the automated cash reconciliation process, ensuring its efficiency and reliability
• Gain exposure to IFRS 16 lease accounting as part of the close process
• Improve processes for the finance team to optimise efficiency and effectiveness

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)
• 3-5 years' experience in an accounting or finance role, with Big 4 training
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Naturally curious, with a genuine interest in understanding the "why" behind the numbers, not just the "how"
• Comfortable asking questions and being challenged, with an appetite for increasing responsibility as you prove yourself
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in one of the fastest