Senior Accountant Viseu

Senior Accountant
Viseu
Viseu, Viseu District, Portugal

Senior Accountant – European Tax Compliance

Location:

Funchal – Madeira

Role Overview:

As a Senior Accountant with expertise in European tax, you will be responsible for managing financial operations in compliance with both Portuguese accounting standards and EU-wide tax regulations. You will support
- border financial activities, ensure accurate tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, and advise on international tax matters affecting the business.

Key Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate general ledger and financial records in accordance with Portuguese GAAP and IFRS

- Prepare and file VAT returns and corporate tax declarations across multiple EU countries

- Monitor and interpret changes in EU tax directives and national legislation

- Ensure compliance with transfer pricing rules and documentation requirements

- Support
- border transactions, including
- EU supply chain and service flows

- Liaise with tax authorities in Portugal and other EU member states

- Assist in statutory audits and provide documentation for tax inspections

- Collaborate with legal and finance teams on tax planning and risk mitigation strategies

Requirements:

- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

- Certified by the Ordem dos Contabilistas Certificados (OCC)

- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in European tax compliance

- Strong knowledge of EU VAT rules, corporate income tax, and withholding tax regulations

- Proficient spoken and written English—ability to work in international, English-speaking environments

- Fluent in Portuguese

Preferred Attributes:

- Experience working in a multinational or
- European environment

- Familiarity with EU tax reporting frameworks (e. G. , DAC6, Intrastat, EC Sales Lists)

- Strong analytical and communication skills

- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines across jurisdictions