Financial Accounting Manager

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Overview
We are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting Manager to lead our local accounting function in Hungary. As a key member of the local finance leadership, you will be responsible for accurate and compliant statutory accounting, effective cooperation with the shared service centre, and the leadership and development of the local accounting team. The role requires strong Hungarian accounting expertise, hands-on SAP R/3 experience, confident English communication and a practical, solution-oriented leadership style.
Responsibilities
Lead the local accounting function and ensure compliance with Hungarian accounting, tax and statutory requirements
Own monthly, quarterly and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, provisions, accruals and accounting quality controls
Prepare and oversee the annual statutory financial statements and required statutory filings
Act as the registered accounting professional responsible for statutory financial reporting
Coordinate corporate income tax, VAT and other tax compliance activities
Lead statutory and group audits and coordinate responses to auditor requests
Manage tax audits, authority reviews and statutory data requests
Maintain local accounting policies, procedures and internal controls
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank, fixed assets and employee expense processes from a local governance perspective
Ensure invoicing, VAT coding, supporting documentation and NAV Online reporting meet Hungarian legal requirements
Provide professional oversight of accounting activities performed by the shared service centre
Monitor SSC service quality, reconciliations, corrections, issue resolution and escalations
Define clear ownership and controls between the local retained team and the SSC
Partner with Group Finance, auditors, tax advisers, IT and business stakeholders
Play a key role in SAP R/3 processes, testing, data quality and issue resolution
Support ERP and finance transformation initiatives and ensure alignment with Hungarian statutory requirements
Lead, coach and develop the local accounting team
Set clear priorities, allocate responsibilities and ensure business continuity during peak periods and organisational changes
Requirements
Active Hungarian registered chartered accountant qualification (regisztrált mérlegképes könyvelő) is mandatory
Hungarian: fluent (Mandatory)
English: fluent (Mandatory)
Strong knowledge of Hungarian accounting and tax regulations
Significant experience in a Chief Accountant, Head of Accounting or Financial Accounting Manager role
Hands-on SAP R/3 experience is mandatory
Experience working with an SSC or outsourced finance model is mandatory
Proven people management experience, including coaching, prioritisation and team development
Experience in statutory and group audits, tax audits and interaction with external advisers or authorities
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
ERP implementation, migration or major system transition experience is an advantage
Key Skills
Strong professional judgement and ownership of accounting decisions
High attention to detail and strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes
Structured, proactive and deadline-oriented approach
Ability to challenge constructively and escalate based on facts
Clear and credible communication with finance and non-finance stakeholders
Strong stakeholder management in an international environment
Collaborative leadership style with clear expectations and accountability
Continuous improvement and process optimisation mindset
Resilience and the ability to operate effectively in a changing environment
What We Offer
Hybrid working (2–3 days remote)
Supportive and collaborative team
Personal development and training plans
Annual bonus plan
Company car
Health insurance (Medicover) and AYCM membership
Career growth opportunities
Modern office environment, fruit days and dog-friendly office
CSR activities
Additional Information
Regional exposure and cooperation with Group Finance
Participation in finance transformation and ERP projects
Opportunity to shape the local accounting and SSC governance model
Workplace type:
Hybrid Working
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than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as
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year in R&D.
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