Senior Finance Reporting & Tax Compliance Lead

Haworth International; Queluz; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Haworth International, a global leader in office furniture, seeks a qualified Finance professional to lead statutory and tax compliance, plus financial reporting for its Portuguese entity. The role is the local financial owner for statutory accounts, tax filings and audits, working with the Shared Service Center and Corporate Accounting to ensure accurate, timely reporting and robust internal controls.

English communication across the business is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Local Chartered Accountant qualification (Contabilista Certificado).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial reporting, statutory accounting, tax compliance, audit coordination or related finance roles.
• Experience in a multinational company, manufacturing environment or accounting/audit firm is advantageous.
• Experience coordinating internal and external audits and working with auditors, tax advisors and regulatory authorities.
• Strong proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel and financial reporting and reconciliation tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, hands-on and results-oriented, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and publish the month-end financial reporting package, including account reconciliations in accordance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Analyze and interpret financial cost data to ensure transactions are accurately posted to the appropriate accounts and cost centers.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities, including reserve reviews and the submission of year-end financial information to the Corporate team.
• Coordinate with the Local Shared Service Center on accounting entries, accruals, provisions and reporting adjustments, ensuring compliance and timely resolution of reporting issues.
• Manage local tax, legal and statutory filings in accordance with market requirements and applicable regulations.
• Support the review and monitoring of fixed assets, including approved spending and the annual fixed asset count.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, working with auditors, tax advisors and relevant authorities when required.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses and other ad hoc information requested by management.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in internal controls, processes and systems, while supporting operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

English communication

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business Administration degree

Local Chartered Accountant qualification (Contabilista Certificado)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Haworth International, a global leader in office furniture, seeks a qualified Finance professional to lead statutory and tax compliance, plus financial reporting for its Portuguese entity. The role is the local financial owner for statutory accounts, tax filings and audits, working with the Shared Service Center and Corporate Accounting to ensure accurate, timely reporting and robust internal controls.

English communication across the business is essential.