Accounting Controller - French-speaking

About the Location

Porto, Portugal is a vibrant coastal city known for its historic charm, rich culture, and economic activity.

About the Position

Our client who is a global leader in the insurance market, join them as an Accounting Controller specializing in Financial Consolidation. Based in Porto, Portugal, you will be part of a dynamic European Service Center, contributing to the Consolidation Department's mission. This hybrid role requires fluency in French and English, with a start date of June 25, 2026.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package including meal, child, and monthly flexible allowances.
• Top-notch insurance package, including health insurance (applicable to spouse and descendants) and life insurance.
• Continuous professional growth opportunities on local and global scales.
• Vibrant work environment with modern amenities, including zen rooms, free language courses, and diverse company events.
• Multicultural environment prioritizing employee wellbeing and professional growth.

Requirements

• Must currently reside in Porto, Portugal.
• Mandatory experience with Financial Consolidation.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, audit, and/or financial reporting.
• Fluent in English and French (minimum intermediate level).
• High motivation for automatization and efficiency gains, including strong Excel
• manipulation skills and applied programming.
• Knowledge of IFRS principles and norms, including those specific to insurance (e.g IFRS), 4 – IFRS 17 / IAS39 – IFRS 9), is an asset.
• Previous experience and knowledge in the Banking or Insurance industry is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Participate in quarterly IFRS closing activities, primarily for the French perimeter.
• Conduct second reviews of financial appendices.
• Perform analytical reviews of consolidated packages.
• Review financial assets (IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement).
• Provide support for data quality issues within the Shared Reporting Space (Group's reporting platform).
• Engage with various departments on process improvement initiatives during interclosing periods.
• Report to the Head of Consolidation on assigned tasks.

Key Information

• Work Model: Hybrid
• Gross Salary: €25,000 – €29,000 gross per year, plus €12 meal allowance per day
• Relocation: No relocation support provided