Senior Financial Accountant Lisboa

Overview

Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant

Company: Solen Software Group

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid (2x per week at the office)

About Solen Software Group: Solen Software Group is an evergreen holding company that acquires and operates proven software businesses with significant growth potential in various vertical markets, enabling them to be market leaders in their niche. Solen owns several software companies in market spaces such as Human Resource Technology, Fleet Telematics, Asset Management, E-Health, Document Management, and other innovative software solutions. Solen is backed by advisors and investors with experience building software businesses of material scale (10-100M in ARR).

About the role: As an Accountant you will manage
-
- day bookkeeping,
- end close, and financial operations of our companies. Your primary responsibility is to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial records by following consistent and efficient bookkeeping processes. With expertise in accrual accounting and GAAP or IFRS standards, you will contribute to improved
- making and help achieve strategic objectives.

The successful candidate will work from Solen's office in Lisbon, Portugal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute
  -
  - day accrual accounting functions, including preparation of financial statements and reports with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform regular audits of financial records to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain
  -
  - date and precise records of all financial transactions (deferred revenue, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements) on schedule with high accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations (GAAP and IFRS) in a timely manner.
• Manage the payroll process and maintain accurate employee records, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Collaborate with external auditors and other financial professionals, providing accurate and timely information.
• Provide
  - hoc financial analysis and support as required, delivering accurate and timely insights.

Specific Measures of Success – Expected Outcomes:

• Perform weekly or
  - monthly reconciliations for receivables and payables accurately and timely.
• Account for and reconcile prepaid and accrued line items related to invoicing and payments with accuracy.
• Track salaries, payroll taxes, and employee expense reimbursements accurately and timely.
• Maintain accurate records of recurring revenue and update the books for deferred revenue.
• Ensure accurate
  - end close by closing the books by the 30th of each month with accuracy and timeliness.
• Deliver financial statements for the previous month by the 3rd of the upcoming month, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Key requirements:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures, including GAAP and IFRS, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and accounting software such as Xero, Zoho, and Quick
  Books.
• Solid conceptual understanding of accrual accounting principles, applying them accurately and in a timely manner.
• Familiarity with accounting procedures for M&A and consolidation of financial statements.
• Excellent analytical and
  - solving skills, with prompt, accurate solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to ensure accurate and timely collaboration.
• Exceptional attention to detail while maintaining speed and timeliness.
• ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent qualification.
• 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance, preferably in a B2B Saa
  S environment.

Why Solen?

If you are a
- oriented and experienced Accountant seeking a challenging role in a dynamic company, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the financial success of our organization while advancing your career in accounting. Accuracy and timeliness are vital in this role, and we are looking for someone who can excel in delivering both.

Benefits

• Be part of a dynamic,
  - oriented company with a focus on
  - term success
• Opportunity to drive strategic
  - making in a
  - paced environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Am I Right for This Position?

We are looking for individuals who are motivated by challenges and driven to learn and grow. While technical proficiency is essential, attitude and collaboration are valued traits.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.