Senior Accountant - Industry Lisboa

About Convatec

About Convatec Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10, 000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of
- risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec’s revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC).

To learn more please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com

About the role

We are seeking a seasoned accounting professional to take ownership of the
-
- end accounting and reporting activities for designated legal entities. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records, with a strong focus on compliance with both IFRS and local statutory requirements.

As a trusted expert, you will lead the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, and play a key role in managing external audits. Your deep understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) will be essential in navigating complex accounting scenarios and ensuring alignment with global standards.

You will act as the
- to subject matter expert within the team for all accounting and
- related matters, providing guidance and insight to stakeholders across the business. This is a
- impact role that requires precision, autonomy, and a proactive mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver timely group and local reporting for assigned cluster, working closely with Country Accountants and General Ledger Associates (ensuring completeness and correctness of Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss, prepare Cash-Flow reporting and respective
  -
  - period variance analysis on actuals, prepare disclosures)
• Drive delivery of external audit for assigned scope
• Ensure timely delivery of indirect, direct tax and other local reporting obligations, acting as reviewer/approver for Tier 3 entities indirect tax reporting. Cooperate closely with tax advisor to ensure timely preparation of direct tax reporting
• Ensure integrity of balance sheet – responsible for preparation of
  - risk/Tier1 and Tier2 entity account reconciliations, act as reviewer of medium/Tier 3 entity reconciliation, drive resolution of aged items
• Secure compliance according to internal procedures and legislation, act as reviewer of Tier 3 entities internal controls
• Act as subject matter expert for accounting and reporting processes, as well as tax related matters (resolving more complex queries, leading small
  - functional improvement projects, system implementation, team upskilling, etc. )
• Engage with business and GBS stakeholders, driving regular updates to ensure alignment and achieving overall goals
• Act as mentor for junior team members
• Act as backup for RTR Team Lead

Key Requirements

• Minimum 8+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
• Experience in working with IFRS and local standards
• Experience in Tax (Direct and Indirect) accounting and compliance
• Knowledge of Technology: MS Office, SAP is an advantage
• Strong communication skills – effectively communicating key data, including presentations to management
• Mature attitude towards challenges and problem solving - being able to work with limited guidance, manage ambiguity and pressure effectively, cope well with setbacks
• Keen analytic – being able to translate complex financial concepts to finance and
  - finance colleagues
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Hands-on personality, sound understanding of key finance process interfaces
• Taking ownership of assigned responsibilities, including
  - study/research needed to execute the same
• Team player

Qualifications/Education

• Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• Additional accounting certification is a plus

Languages

• English - Fluent (mandatory)

Working Conditions

• Hybrid working – 1 day per week in the office driven by business requirements as Convatec has a flexible approach to office working

Special Factors

Occasional requirement to work on bank holidays as per Group Reporting Calendar

What We Offer

• Hybrid Role, offices in Central Lisbon
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Training and development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive culture

Ready to join us?

At Convatec, we’re pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. If you’re ready to make a real impact, apply today and help us bring our Forever Caring promise to life.

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Equal opportunities

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

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