We are hiring!
We are looking for a motivated Junior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in budgeting, reporting, and tax compliance within a dynamic and regulated environment, while building a strong foundation for your career in finance.
Financial Planning & Budgeting
* Support the preparation of annual budgets and business plans.
* Assist in collecting and organizing financial data from different departments.
* Help monitor financial performance and identify basic variances between actual results and forecasts.
* Contribute to the improvement of budgeting and forecasting processes.
Financial Reporting
* Assist in the preparation of financial reports for management, regulators, and other stakeholders.
* Help ensure data accuracy and consistency in reporting outputs.
* Support the monitoring of key financial metrics and performance indicators.
* Contribute to regulatory reporting activities (e.g., Banco de Portugal, Tax Authority), under supervision.
Tax Reporting & Compliance
* Support the preparation of tax returns and other fiscal obligations.
* Assist in ensuring compliance with Portuguese tax legislation and reporting requirements.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to ensure accuracy in tax processes.
Internal Control & Process Support
* Assist in the execution of internal controls and reconciliation activities.
* Support the documentation of processes and controls.
* Contribute to audit-related tasks and data validation exercises.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
* Up to 3 years of relevant experience (internships included).
* Previous experience in Big4 or similar professional services firms is a strong advantage.
* Exposure to financial institutions or regulated environments is a plus.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
* Basic understanding of IFRS accounting standards.
* Familiarity with Portuguese tax legislation (academic or practical).
* Knowledge of management accounting and budgeting principles.
* Basic understanding of internal controls and reconciliation processes.
* Good proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel).
* Knowledge of Access and SQL is a plus.
* Interest in financial systems and data analysis tools.
Personal Competencies
* Strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
* Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Organizational and time management skills.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Sense of responsibility and accountability.
* Good communication skills.