Accounting Trainee (F/M/X) Lisboa

Accounting Trainee (F/M/X)
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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.

About the role

• Our Accounting Platform Team (ACP), composed of 35 people, is integrated in the Finance Service Line and focuses on accounting and reporting activities, collaborating with other Service Units and local teams.
• As an Accounting Trainee, you will support Global Businesses, Functions, and Corporate for
  - making by providing
  - friendly financial reports (Balance sheets, Cash Flow, Profit and Loss statements), compliant with legal and Group requirements, through standardized, automated, and streamlined processes with the best efficiency.
• You will be accountable for:
• Supporting the closure run for a given legal entity according to the closing timetable, performing technical and accounting controls, analyzing and resolving blocking issues, and assisting in the release of the financial package for consolidation;
• Performing accounting operations as per CAM/CAD requests, needs, and guidelines, in line with accounting standards and deadlines;
• Assisting in internal control and external audits;
• Participating in small projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

We offer a 12-month internship contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance.
• Fluent English is mandatory. Knowledge of German, French, Italian, or Spanish is a plus.
• Accounting knowledge
• MS Excel proficiency
• Behaviors:
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Accountability with multiple tasks
• Analytical and
  - solving skills

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay: Portugal's base salary ranges from 940 EUR to 1040 EUR per month, depending on your academic background.
• Day off on your birthday
• Discounts on restaurants, hotels, and other services
• Focus on
  - being:
  - life balance, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Professional development opportunities, training, ERGs, and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, founded in 1863, is a pioneering chemical company dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally, with over 9, 000 employees and €4. 9 billion in net sales in 2023.
• We are committed to sustainability and a fair transition to a
  - neutral future by 2050.
• We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and offering support for accommodations during the application process.
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