Vila Nova de Gaia | International Scope | Reporting to BaselThe OpportunityAn international organization operating within the travel, tourism and cruise industry is looking to strengthen its Finance team with the recruitment of a Junior General Ledger.
This role is based in Portugal under a Portuguese employment framework and reports directly to Basel, Switzerland, offering strong exposure to an international accounting environment.Your New RoleAs a Junior General Ledger, you will support key accounting activities within a centralized finance structure, contributing to accurate financial reporting, compliance, and audit processes.
You will work closely with international stakeholders and support the Accounting team in both operational and period-end activities.Key Responsibilities IncludePerforming general ledger accounting tasks, including journal entries, month-end accruals, account reconciliations, and account analysisAssisting with monthly and annual closing processesDownloading system reports and preparing structured accounting documentation for year-end processesMaintaining financial records and documentation in line with internal policies and compliance requirementsResponding to inquiries from internal and external parties (employees, vendors, auditors, etc.)Reviewing and processing travel and expense reports across multiple business functionsSupporting payroll reporting preparation and reconciliation activitiesAssisting Accounts Payable with query resolution, AP confirmation letters, and monthly subledger reconciliationsReviewing financial data to identify discrepancies or potential issuesSupporting the preparation of quarterly and annual audit documentationPreparing fixed asset reports and creating fixed asset cardsAssisting with intercompany and prepaid postings and related communicationsPerforming administrative accounting tasks as requiredSupporting ad hoc projects assigned by the Finance DepartmentWhat You'll Need to SucceedAttendance of a professional or university course in Accounting (degree completion not mandatory)Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar accounting or general ledger role(alternatively, 5+ years of relevant experience without formal accounting education)English level C1 (mandatory)Strong proficiency in Excel and other MS Office toolsStrong organizational and planning skills, with a methodical and analytical mindsetAbility to multitask and apply critical thinkingTeam-oriented attitude, humility, and willingness to learnKnowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an advantageAvailability for occasional travel to Basel, mainly for training purposesPreferably residing in Vila Nova de Gaia and demonstrating professional maturityWhat You'll Get in ReturnExposure to an international finance and shared services environmentClose collaboration with global finance stakeholdersStructured onboarding and continuous learning opportunitiesHybrid working model after initial integration periodOpportunity to grow professionally within a stable, international organization in the travel & hospitality sector