Accounting Specialist EMEA

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

 

 

We are looking for:

• A talent to support global Businesses, Functions, and Corporate for decision-making, by providing user-friendly financial reports (Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Profit, and Loss statements, among others), compliant with legal and group requirements, through standardized, automated, and streamlined processes at the best cost for our Accounting & Reporting team.

 

We count on you to:

• Run the closure for a given legal entity, according to the closing timetable
• Perform technical and accounting controls
• Perform accounting operations, according to Company Accounting Manager/Director's requests needs, and guidelines, in line with accounting standards and closing timing deadlines
• Perform Accounting analysis, provide advice, and solve accounting and technical issues
• Take responsibility and ownership for part or whole legal entity financial statements
• Analyse issues to understand the root cause and propose solutions for remediation
• Prepare analytical review
• Answer external auditors' requests
• Work on complex reporting issues (Merge, carve-out acquisitions) 
• Lead/participate in small projects and Continuous Improvement initiatives 

 

You can count on us to:

• Provide your initial training
• Deliver grow opportunities
   

You will bring:

• University degree in accounting or finance
• At least 2-5 year experience preferably in an Audit Firm or International Group
• Fluent in English
• Excel expert
• Solid knowledge of accounting practices, processes and tools, and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
• Financial analysis and analytical capabilities
• Autonomy and accountability 
• SAP knowledge is a plus
   

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 

Additional information:

• Location(s): Carnaxide, Portugal
• Hybrid Working Model

 

 

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €5.6 billion in net sales in 2022 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

 

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