Accounting Specialist - German Speaker

The General Accounting area of EDP GBS is seeking to recruit a professional to support the General Accounting process, specifically related to the accounting for solar renewable generation companies in Germany. The position is based in Lisbon, Portugal, with reporting to a manager in Spain and close collaboration with teams in Germany and Portugal.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

• Keeping accounting records in the SAP system (invoices/purchases, fixed assets, sales, accruals and deferrals).
• Accounts reconciliation.
• Monthly analysis of trial balances.
• Accounting, monitoring and control of financial investments.
• Provision of accounting information to support tax assessments.
• Preparation and analysis of the annual accounts/financial statements of companies.
• Control of the balances and transactions between the Group's companies,
• Preparation of information for internal control and audits.
• Participate in projects and collaborate with the various areas of the organization as needed.
• Provide solution to standardize, automate, improve and simply processes/procedures.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

Work Place: Lisbon

What are we looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Management, Accounting, Finance or similar;
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in accounting functions;
• Highly valued knowledge of IFRS Standards;
• Mastery of Office tools;
• Mastery of the English and German language (written and spoken);
• Highly valued practical knowledge of the SAP system (FI, AA, MM, SD modules);
• Knowledge of Power Query, Python or other automation tools is also valued;
• Availability for occasional travel;
• Innovative, self-motivated and detailed-oriented;
• Sound organizational skills and process driven mentally;
• Ability to work concurrently on multiple projects and multiple countries.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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