Chief Accountant
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
- Professional management and supervision of accounting of economic events;
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closures for the parent company;
- Preparation of reports, statistics and various reports in compliance with Hungarian accounting standards;
- Coordinate the preparation of tax returns until the deadline;
- Professional support for management and controlling activities;
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements;
- Active participation in audits and tax audits, coordination of their execution;
- Liaise with authorities, external service providers, parent company;
- Contribution to the preparation of the budget and forecasting;
- Responsible for the integration of our subsidiary/ies in SGS Hungary Ltd.;
- Efficiency regarding our current processes, proactive thinking about short and long term solutions regarding new or old tasks and processes;
- Coordination of financial colleagues;
- Performing other kind of tasks in connection with Chief Accountant defined by Finance Manager.
- High education in economics or finance;
- Registered chartered accountant degree;
- Minimum 5 year of experience in finance positions;
- Up-to-date accounting and taxation knowledge;
- Fluent written and spoken English knowledge;
- Computer literacy at user level.
- IFRS certification
- Project management experience
Why SGS?
- Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join Us: At SGS, we are dedicated to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential.
Summary
Manage accounting, tax, audits, reports, and team coordination for SGS Budapest.
Job title
Chief Accountant
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
testing and certification
Location requirements
Budapest, remote work not mentioned
Salary
Not specified
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Budapest, Hungary