International Accountant

WorkMotion

International Accountant within a remote-first team managing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring financial compliance. Collaborating across teams globally to deliver accurate financial reporting and operational excellence.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • 🇵🇹 PortugalMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance with local and international standards, and preparing comprehensive financial reports. Proficient in VAT compliance, group reporting, and utilizing ERP systems to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounting PrinciplesVAT ComplianceGroup ReportingERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite)Fluency in English

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingTax DeclarationsAccount ReconciliationTransfer PricingMulticurrency Accounting

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsExcel

Industry Keywords

International StandardsStatutory ComplianceMulticompany EnvironmentFast-Growing Company

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day accounting operations for several entities, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including group consolidation and analytical reports.
Review and submit VAT and other tax declarations, ensuring accuracy and timely filing.
Ensure compliance with local statutory and tax obligations, including coordination with local providers for the preparation of transfer pricing studies and related documentation.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and local accounting service providers.
Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy of financial statements, including bank reconciliations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in accounting, ideally within an international or multicompany environment.
Solid knowledge of accounting principles, VAT compliance, and group reporting.
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Netsuite) and strong Excel skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across teams and countries.
Fluency in English (spoken and written).
**Bonus Points If You Bring…**
Experience with transfer pricing or intercompany transactions.
Understanding of multicurrency accounting.
Adaptability and ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
Previous experience in a start-up or fast-growing company.
Fluency in Portuguese.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global, remote, and thriving: We're a global team of talented individuals spread across 26 countries. Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.
Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.
Get fit and stay active: Whether it’s yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog—work out on your terms, at a discount with our subsidised gym memberships.
Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. With our Training & Development Allowance, you’ll have all the opportunities you need to keep expanding your skills and knowledge.
Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups!
Diversity is our superpower: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
**Benefits vary depending on location due to local laws and regulations. **