Senior Finance Specialist

<p>We are a team of 6 enthusiastic and passionate people, with responsibilities in finance and administration. </p><p>Working closely with other departments, offering support to our colleagues, we are looking for you, a hands-on Senior Finance Specialist highly organized and process-driven, with desire to learn and grow in our team.</p><p></p><p>Being part of our team, you will have ownership on the following: </p><p></p><p><strong>Financial Planning:</strong></p><ul> <li>Develop and manage budgets, forecasts and ensures related reporting, in alignment with organizational goals</li> <li>Monitor financial performance, provides insights and opportunities for improvement</li> <li>Prepare specific reports based on business needs</li> <li>Initiate and coordinate projects and initiatives in line with organization needs</li> </ul><p> </p><p><strong>Financial compliance</strong>:</p><ul> <li>Prepare, analyze and ensure accuracy of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g. accounts reconciliations, balance sheet, income statement, cash-flow statement, etc.)</li> <li>Perform monthly closing processes (statutory and corporate)</li> <li>Perform operational accounting tasks</li> <li>Organize and manage financial and accounting documents</li> <li>Organize the preparation of the annual financial report</li> <li>Plan accounting activities and establish operational and administrative procedures for the department</li> <li>Monitor and help with accounting tasks, deadlines, and document accuracy</li> <li>Ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory standards, implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance</li> <li>Coordinate tax, financial, and accounting audits</li> <li>Contribute to the development of accounting policies and the implementation into relevant ERP system</li> </ul><p> </p><p><strong>Tax compliance</strong>:</p><ul><li>Tax statements: ensures compliance with tax legislation and helps with tax statements preparation</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field</li> <li>5+ years of progressive experience in finance controlling, accounting</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of local accounting standards, tax legislation</li> <li>Strong understanding of financial reporting standards (e.g. GAAP)</li> <li>Relevant experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance</li> <li>Proven experience in leading/coordinating projects and initiatives</li> <li>Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, writing and interpersonal communication skills</li> <li>Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems and processes</li> <li>Advanced proficiency in accounting and ERP software (Oracle preferred)</li> <li>Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Excel, business intelligence tools can be an advantage (e.g. Power BI)</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy</li> <li>Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities</li> <li>Strong ability to take initiative and deliver results autonomously</li> <li>Fluent in English, both speech and written</li> <li>CPA certification can be an advantage (e.g. CECCAR membership)</li> </ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><em><strong>Benefits to enhance your experience:</strong></em></p><ul> <li>24 days off each year plus extra vacation days based on years at Garmin and compensation for legal holidays.</li> <li>Health package subscription and yearly budget for glasses.</li> <li>Monthly budget for sports and wellbeing activities.</li> <li>Local and global career development programs (training, mentorship, technical and leadership development, and more).</li> <li>Access to e-learning platforms and support for technical conferences attendance.</li> <li>Loyalty bonus within the company, plus other special bonuses (for holidays and personal life events).</li> <li>Meal tickets.</li> </ul><p></p><p><em><strong>Yours exclusively when part of our team:</strong></em></p><ul> <li>Significant discount for Garmin products.</li> <li>Employee stock purchase plan.</li> <li>Contribution to the retirement plan (Pillar 3).</li> <li>Garmin products available for testing and borrowing.</li> <li>A comprehensive event series championing wellbeing, sports, and community tailored to foster holistic health (featuring sports events, classes, hackathons, parties, and more).</li> <li>Other benefits which we invite you to discover along the recruitment process.</li> </ul><p></p><p><em>Garmin Cluj is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.</em></p>