Junior General Ledger (m/f/d)

Junior General Ledger (m/f/d)
Vila Nova de Gaia | International Scope | Reporting to Basel

The Opportunity
An 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 Role
As a Junior General Ledger, you will support core 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 daily operations and period-end activities.

Key Responsibilities Include
  • Performing general ledger accounting tasks, including journal entries, month-end accruals, account reconciliations, and account analysis
  • Assisting with monthly and annual closing processes
  • Downloading system reports and preparing structured accounting documentation for year-end processes
  • Maintaining financial records and documentation in line with internal policies and compliance requirements
  • Responding to queries from internal and external parties (employees, vendors, auditors, etc.)
  • Reviewing and processing travel and expense reports across multiple business functions
  • Supporting payroll reporting preparation and reconciliation activities
  • Assisting Accounts Payable with query resolution, AP confirmation letters, and monthly subledger reconciliations
  • Reviewing financial data to identify discrepancies or potential issues
  • Supporting the preparation of quarterly and annual audit documentation
  • Preparing fixed asset reports and creating fixed asset cards
  • Assisting with intercompany and prepaid postings and related communications
  • Performing administrative accounting tasks as required
  • Supporting ad hoc projects assigned by the Finance Department

What You’ll Need to Succeed
  • Attendance 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 tools
  • Strong organizational and planning skills, with a methodical and analytical mindset
  • Ability to multitask and apply critical thinking
  • Team-oriented attitude, humility, and willingness to learn
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an advantage
  • Availability for occasional travel to Basel, mainly for training purposes
  • Preferably residing in Vila Nova de Gaia and demonstrating professional maturity

What You’ll Get in Return
  • Exposure to an international finance and accounting environment
  • Close collaboration with global stakeholders and finance professionals
  • Structured onboarding and continuous learning opportunities
  • Hybrid working model (after initial integration period)
  • Opportunity to grow within a stable, well-organized finance function

Next Steps
If you are looking to develop your career in accounting within an international context and value collaboration, learning, and responsibility, we would like to hear from you.
Apply by sending your CV to: mariajoao.lopes@hays.pt
Subject: Junior General Ledger – Vila Nova de Gaia


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Resumo

Tipo de oportunidade
Permanente
Setor
Viagem, Lazer, Hotelaria e Turismo
Localização
Vila Nova de Gaia
Área de especialidade
Turismo e Lazer
Salário
based on the experience
Referência
1040696

Falar com um Consultor

Fale com Maria Lopes, o consultor especializado responsável por esta oferta de emprego, localizado em Porto
Edifício Tower Plaza,, Rotunda Eng. Edgar Cardoso, nº 23,7º C

Telefone: 912631264

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