Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

Lisbon, Portugal

(phone number removed) Euro's

My Client a leading provider of Software/SaaS within the Education sector are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional to develop their career in a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Assist in month-end closing activities, such as reconciliations and journal entries.
Prepare and maintain financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Contribute accurately to the accounting activities of all entities.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all accounting topics, fostering effective communication and collaboration between finance, internal cost centres and suppliers.
Support external audits and examinations, providing documentation and assistance as required.
Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently, including employee expense processing and purchase order matching
Maintain an active supplier spend list and ensure coding to correct suppliers and departments
Handle payment processing and cash management in the accounts payable process to ensure timely and accurate payments.
Handle other ad hoc projects as needed to ensure flexibility and adaptability.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement, implementing solutions to streamline workflows.
Stay updated on accounting principles and industry trends to maintain best practices and compliance.
Uploading and reconciling multiple bank accounts and transactionsRole Requirements:

BA/BS degree in Accounting; Finance or related field
2+ years of accounting experience (preferably with 2+ years of relevant month-end close experience or accounts payable)
Strong Excel is required and accounting software knowledge (Xero & Dext ideally)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Proactive mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges and learn
Strong sense of responsibility and ownership
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Edtech/SaaS experience (preferred)
CPA or relevant certification (preferred but not required)