Financial Specialist on-site Lisbon
Financial Specialist on-site Lisbon
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Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and detailoriented Financial Specialist to join our team in a full time capacity. The ideal candidate will be responsible for book keeping analyzing financial data preparing reports and providing insights to support decisionmaking. The role involves managing budgeting processes monitoring cash flow ensuring compliance with financial regulations and offering recommendations for cost optimization. The Financial Specialist will collaborate closely with multiple companies within the Penguin Group. Strong drive proactivity communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment while managing daytoday financial tasks with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial management
Transaction Recording: Accurately record all financial transactions including sales purchases receipts and payments.
Maintaining General Ledger: Update and maintain the companys general ledger ensuring all accounts are correctly balanced.
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage and process invoices payments and receipts ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions.
Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with company records ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
Payroll Processing: Assist with the preparation and processing of employee payroll including deductions benefits and taxes.
Expense Tracking: Monitor and track company expenses ensuring they are categorized correctly for financial reporting.
Cost Management: Identify areas for cost reduction streamline financial operations and advise on costeffective strategies.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports including trial balances profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
Budget Monitoring: Track and monitor the Penguin Group companies budget helping identify any discrepancies or potential issues.
Compliance & Taxation: Ensure adherence to financial regulations accounting standards and tax laws and assist in preparing tax filings and audits.
Communication with Management: Collaborate with management across the Penguin Group of companies to provide regular updates on financial status highlighting any areas of concern or opportunity.
Billing and Vendor Management: Oversee and manage billing details payments and invoices for server platforms such as AWS SaaS platforms and similar services ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
Cost Control and Optimization: Monitor serverrelated expenses identify potential savings opportunities and recommend costeffective strategies to optimize platform usage.
Financial Planning and Forecasting: Develop financial forecasts projections and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and decisionmaking.
International Financial Management: Manage intercompany accounts and assist with the preparation and consolidation of financial statements across multiple companies including international entities ensuring accurate recording reconciliation and compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
Administrative and Record Management
Administrative Support: Assist with adhoc documentation tasks such as preparing employee records for specific employee requirements while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with company policies.
Record Management: Maintain organized filing systems for financial and administrative records both digital and physical ensuring easy accessibility and proper archiving.
Qualifications :
- Associates degree or equivalent experience in Finance Business Administration or a related field.
3 years of experience in financial management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook) and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks Xero or similar).
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills being proactive and able to connect and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with Portuguese financial regulations is a plus.
Proficiency in English and Portuguese.
Additional Information :
If you are looking for a fastpaced multinational company and have a desire to be part of the exciting stateoftheart projects across Europe send us your application in English.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
