Senior Certified Accountant

The role of Certified Accountant - Senior in the insurance industry involves managing accounting and financial operations to ensure compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting. Based in Porto, this permanent position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a structured financial environment.

Client Details An organisation operating in the insurance industry, located in Porto.

Description

• Own the accuracy and completeness of accounting records across multiple entities and regulatory frameworks
• Lead bank reconciliations, resolving outstanding items with full accountability
• Manage asset registers (tangible and intangible) ensuring entries and controls remain current
• Drive the monthly and annual accounting close, coordinating with internal teams to meet tight deadlines
• Prepare financial statements, management reports and regulatory submissions to a high standard across Portuguese, Spanish and US reporting frameworks
• Ensure full compliance with tax and legal obligations across all applicable jurisdictions
• Act as a point of for internal and external audits and regulatory enquiries
• Manage and optimise SAP within the accounting scope, including development projects with technical consultants
• Champion process automation and digitalisation initiatives within the team
• Communicate effectively with banks, insurers, clients, suppliers and regulatory authorities

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial roles
• Background in international professional services, financial shared services or outsourced accounting environments with exposure to Iberian and/or USA markets is strongly valued
• Proven track record managing period-close processes and multi-entity reconciliations
• Solid experience with SAP or a comparable accounting ERP
• Portuguese OCC certification, or international equivalent (CPA, ACCA), is valued
• Full professional proficiency in English and Portuguese; Spanish is an advantage

• Real opportunities for growth and career progression
• A competitive salary package in line with your experience