Sr Accountant

Overview

This role is part of the organization’s growing global finance team. Reporting to the Regional Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant will help shape financial operations by leading accounts payable and the month-end close for assigned entities, while supporting audit delivery and statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounts payable function, including:
  • Supplier invoice processing
  • Batch and payment approvals
  • Cash application
  • Vendor account reconciliations
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness throughout the process
• Own the month-end close for assigned entities:
  • Manage the close timetable
  • Coordinate inputs to meet deadlines
• Handle month-end and year-end duties for assigned entities, including:
  • Journals
  • Accruals
  • Prepayments
  • Revenue postings
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Maintain robust, accurate, and clean books
• Prepare and review account reconciliations to ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully supported, reconciled, and cleared on a timely basis
• Prepare clear commentary on monthly and period-end variances (actuals vs. budget, forecast, and prior period), highlighting key drivers for the Regional Finance Manager
• Provide accurate, timely results to the Regional Finance Manager to support reporting to Group
• Communicate and coordinate with internal finance departments and external auditors to support audit delivery
• Generate and deliver statutory reporting requirements for international entities
• Oversee and respond to tax inspections and tax-related questions
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT/GST returns and ensure compliance with VAT/GST legislation
• Support the Regional Finance Manager
• Support and/or manage special projects as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management or related field required
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, preferably within a service organization
• Hands-on experience with Oracle accounting systems strongly preferred, including:
  • General Ledger
  • Payables
  • Cash Management
  • Revenue modules (e.g., Receivables, Revenue Management, Subledger Accounting)
• Proven experience leading or playing a key role in month-end and year-end close, with strong reconciliation skills
• Ability to analyze results and write concise, insightful variance commentary
• Excellent knowledge of auditing processes and experience working with external auditors in the delivery of audits
• Experience working in an international environment within a medium-large organization
• General knowledge and experience with bookkeeping principles and office practices and procedures
• Proven ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients and co-workers
• Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint required; advanced skills in Excel and Access strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and incentives
• Private medical coverage and MetLife protection
• SZÉP Card
• Engaging employee events and hybrid technology support