Chief Accountant - Budapest

As the Chief Accountant, you will be the cornerstone of the financial operations of the company in Hungary. You will be responsible for transitioning the accounting processes in-house, leading the internal team, and implementing cutting-edge software. This is not just about numbers, it's about creating the financial blueprint that will steer the real estate group into the future.

Immediate Projects - Key Priorities:

• Transition the accounting function in-house from an external service provider.
• Design the accounting structure and take charge of team recruitment.
• Oversee the rollout of new group-wide accounting software.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the accounting functions for companies within the group.
• Foster a motivated and proficient accounting team.
• Engage in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive financial statements.
• File accurate tax returns in compliance with regulations.
• Facilitate the annual statutory audit, ensuring all financial records are in order.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax laws and disseminate this knowledge within the team.
• Maintain effective communication channels with partners and suppliers.

Our Client is an international, leading commercial real estate investment company with a solid portfolio of retail assets in the most active markets of the CEE region. The company is looking for an experienced Chief Accountant to join its Accountancy & Finance team that covers top-positioned shopping centers such as Aréna Mall and Mammut.

• University/College Degree and/or Chartered Accountant Qualification.
• Active Chartered Accountant Registration.
• Comprehensive expertise in both Hungarian Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experienced in VAT, CIT (Corporate Income Tax) and PECs (Preferred Equity Certificates).
• Experience in the real estate sector preferred, but solid General Ledger background is enough for the beginnig.
• Native Hungarian and full proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (NAVISION) or Dynamics AX (previously known as Axapta) represent a big plus.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional problem-solving ability.
• Capability to meet stringent deadlines.
• Well-developed communication skills, able to efficiently communicate internally (with the local and international teams) and externally (local authorities).

• An exciting opportunity to work in the international environment on the owner's side, operating in an attractive, competitive industry.
• Competitive remuneration, an attractive package of benefits, a hybrid working model, SZÉP card, and many other perks,
• Exposure, and close interaction with experienced professionals in a result-driven and supportive team.