Senior Accountant

Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team on a 6 month fixed-term contract, based in Lisbon. Reporting directly to the Financial Coordinator, this role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a broad range of accounting, taxation, reporting, and finance transformation activities within an evolving international business environment. What will you be doing? Responsibilities inclue (but are not limited to): Support the monthly and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Prepare, review and post accounting entries in SAP and Primavera. Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns and annual Corporate Income Tax (CIT) declarations. Manage and issue monthly customer invoicing through Primavera. Prepare and validate monthly SAF-T files in accordance with local regulatory requirements. Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and support external audit activities. Support Accounts Payable processes and collaborate with the FRC Accounts Payable team. Assist in the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring appropriate supporting documentation and thorough analysis of account balances. Prepare monthly COPE reports for submission to the Bank of Portugal. Ensure compliance with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements while maintaining strong internal controls. Provide accounting and tax support to internal stakeholders, responding to queries and requests in a timely manner. Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required. Participate in process improvement and finance transformation initiatives, including: Automation of the COPE reporting process. Enhancements to the SAP S/4HANA and Primavera interface. Implementation of e-invoicing solutions. Implementation of digital archiving solutions in compliance with local regulations. What experience would we like you to have? Please note, if you don’t tick all the boxes below but believe you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field. Previous professional experience in a similar accounting role. In-depth knowledge of Portuguese GAAP (SNC) and IFRS. Solid understanding of Portuguese tax regulations, particularly VAT and Corporate Income Tax. Experience working with SAP and Primavera ERP systems. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet challenging deadlines. Analytical mindset with high attention to detail. Organised, proactive and solution-oriented approach. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Interest in process automation, digital tools and continuous improvement initiatives. #LI-CT1