About the role We're looking for a senior-level Accountant with hands-on experience with Portuguese legislation to support our international operations in the entertainment and live events space. This is a hands-on role with real ownership — ideal for someone who wants to go beyond bookkeeping and be involved in structuring, compliance, and decision-making across cross-border operations. Key responsibilities Accounting & Reporting - Manage full-cycle accounting under Portuguese GAAP (SNC) - Prepare monthly and annual financial statements - Handle reconciliations, general ledger, and closing processes - Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking MIBC / Madeira Compliance - Ensure compliance with Zona Franca da Madeira requirements - Monitor substance criteria (employment, operations, expenses) - Maintain alignment with approved activity scope - Support audits and documentation related to MIBC status Tax & Legal Compliance - Prepare and submit VAT (IVA), IRC, and other filings - Stay on top of Portuguese reporting deadlines - Coordinate with authorities and external advisors - Support payroll-related accounting if needed Strategic Support - Advise on accounting and tax implications of international operations - Work closely with legal, banking, and external partners - Deliver clear financial insights to support decision-making What we're looking for - Degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar - Certified Accountant in Portugal (Contabilista Certificado) — preferred - Proven experience with Madeira (MIBC) structures - Strong knowledge of Portuguese tax and accounting rules - Experience with international / cross-border activity - Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable - Fluent English (written & spoken) Nice to have - Background in entertainment, events, or services businesses - Understanding of transfer pricing basics - Experience with EU VAT (especially services/events) - Comfortable working with legal and corporate service providers Why this role is interesting - International projects in a fast-moving industry - Real ownership and decision-making impact - Flexible setup (can adapt workload if needed) - Long-term collaboration potential