Processing General Ledger (GL) activities in the Shared Service Centre (SSC)
Perform period end activities such as booking of journal entries, currency revaluation, depreciation, accruals and provisions, etc.
Perform inventory accounting and post adjustments
Balance sheet reconciliations and account maintenance
Ensure compliance with all internal and external accounting standards, laws and regulations, policies and procedures
Ensure a proper documentation of work procedures is kept up to date, namely, in accordance with Standard Process Model
Perform accounts reviews and provide explanations of variances
Provide support related to annual and interim audits in close cooperation with other departments and auditors
Participation in continuous improvement projects

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field
Desirable knowledge of IFRS
Knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK or USA
Desirable knowledge in Internal Controls
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP and JD Edwards would be a plus), Basware and MS Office
Ability to work in an international global environment
Experience in finance and accounting or equivalent is a plus
Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition

GL Accountant

Key skills