The Accounting Manager will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company standards. This role requires expertise in the financial services/asset management sector.

Description

• Lead and manage bundled accounting operations (accounts payable (AP), accounts receivables (AR), general ledger (GL), Fixed Assets, Intercompany) for all AM local and division;

• Oversee day-to-day journal postings, reconciliations, AP/AR processing, vendor payments, and receivables management ? Manage month-end and year-end closings according to AM/Group deadlines;

• Supervise fixed asset accounting processes: capitalization, depreciation, and disposals;

• Manage workflow/ticketing systems to monitor accounting service requests;

• Act as the main escalation point for transactional issues raised by local or divisional teams;

• Ensure accuracy of intercompany settlements and reconciliations;

• Support divisional consolidation and IFRS compliance by providing accurate accounting data;

• Maintain a strong internal control environment and support internal and external audits;

• Monitor KPIs and SLAs to track and improve AM Portugal accounting performance;

• Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives in accounting workflows;

• Apply Lean and RPA tools to increase efficiency;

• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Transformation teams on ERP enhancements and finance system projects;

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of accountants and specialists in the AM Portugal environment;

• Foster a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and service orientation across AM Portugal Accounting.

Profile

• Proven experience in financial services, particularly in asset management/banking/financial services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Chartered accountant is a plus.

Job Offer

• Permanent contract with opportunities for career advancement.
• Generous holiday leave policy.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Exposure to the dynamic financial services industry.