Location:
Oeiras, Portugal
Type:
Full-time | Onsite
Reports to:
Senior Finance Lead (USA)
Join a fast-growing independent energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production. With a lean structure and ambitious growth plans, the organization is expanding its global operations and internal capabilities. Known for its entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on culture, the company offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of financial operations in Portugal and play a key role in shaping the future of its finance function.
Your Mission
You will be the key finance professional in Oeiras, responsible for managing the full accounting cycle of the Portuguese entity. This is a hands-on role with high autonomy, ideal for someone who thrives in building processes from scratch and navigating complex, multinational environments. You'll work closely with international teams, particularly in USA, and external providers, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic insight across all financial matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead monthly accounting close, journal entries, and financial analysis for assigned entities.
* Manage bank transactions, accruals, depreciation, intercompany activity, payroll, and lease accounting.
* Oversee vendor invoice processing and employee expense claims.
* Prepare and reconcile intercompany invoices and ensure timely settlements.
* Own the P&L and balance sheet for the Portuguese entity.
* Ensure compliance with Portuguese statutory requirements and IFRS standards.
* Coordinate VAT returns, income tax filings, and statutory financial statements.
* Support the transition from external accounting support to in-house processes.
* Collaborate with global teams across finance and operations.
What We're Looking For
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA certification required.
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in accounting, ideally within multinational environments.
* Strong knowledge of IFRS and Portuguese GAAP.
* Experience with intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and timewriting processes.
* Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS preferred) and MS Excel.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently across time zones.
* A proactive, hands-on professional who thrives in building processes from scratch.
* Fluent in English (mandatory)
Why This Role?
* Strategic position with high visibility and autonomy.
* Opportunity to shape financial operations in a growing international group.
* Exposure to M&A, new market entries, and cross-border collaboration.
* Future potential for team leadership as the Oeiras office expands.