Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager
Santarém
Santarém, Santarém District, Portugal

Would you like to join a dynamic, fast growing and challenging company?

CTR/Hayco is a multinational manufacturing company looking for an Accounting Manager o join our Finance team in Portugal.

We aim to find an experienced and
- oriented Financial Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations, ensure strong financial governance, and support continuous improvement across our finance function. This role plays a key part in maintaining accounting integrity, driving compliance, and supporting operational excellence in a
- paced FMCG environment.

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing:

• Assist the Country Finance Associate Director in closing monthly accounting books on a timely and accurate basis.
• Coordinate monthly and annual closing activities and ensure compliance with internal deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze management P&L reports, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial performance insights.
• Review the accuracy of financial reports, accounting statements, and key reconciliations.

General Ledger, Accounting & Operations Management:

• Oversee
  -
  - day accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, revenue recognition, accruals/deferrals, and asset management.
• Manage fixed assets processes including creation of new assets, validation, reconciliation, and system updates.
• Monitor, review, and approve K2 purchase orders and Concur employee expenses.
• Lead system accounting reconciliations across invoicing, purchasing, fixed assets, and payroll integrations.
• Ensure financial resources are managed in accordance with accounting principles and all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

Compliance, Audit & Tax:

• Communicate with and manage statutory audits, serving as the main point of contact for external auditors.
• Support tax compliance activities and all statutory reporting requirements in collaboration with the Country Finance Associate Director.
• Enhance internal audit processes, controls, and accounting procedures to strengthen governance and reduce risk.
• Provide compliance support during external auditor reviews and ensure timely remediation of findings.

P&L Financial Analysis & Business Support:

• Assist the Country Finance Associate Director in analyzing P&L deltas vs Plan and providing recommendations to improve cost control and operational efficiency.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial analyses to support business
  - making.

Systems, ERP & Process Improvements:

• Serve as the focal point for SAP implementation and enhancement projects, working closely with the IT team.
• Lead the identification and development of ERP improvement opportunities to streamline accounting workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with a strategic and analytical mindset.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Provide technical accounting support to the finance team and lead ongoing training and development of junior members.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar financial accounting or accounting management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Certified Accountant preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• High proficiency in Excel , including advanced functions and data analysis.
• Experience with SAP and/or PHC ERP systems is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and ability to perform in a
  - paced FMCG environment.
• Fluency in English —both written and spoken—mandatory.
• Effective collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and guide team members.

If you believe you are the best candidate for this opportunity, send us your application!