Chief Accountant
LocationBudapest, hu
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityC-Suite
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentManagement, General Administration and Support Functions
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJun 22, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
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
Company Description
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.
Job Description
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Professional management and supervision of accounting of economic events;
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Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closures for the parent company;
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Preparation of reports, statistics and various reports in compliance with Hungarian accounting standards;
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Coordinate the preparation of tax returns until the deadline;
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Professional support for management and controlling activities;
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Ensure compliance with legal requirements;
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Active participation in audits and tax audits, coordination of their execution;
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Liaise with authorities, external service providers, parent company;
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Contribution to the preparation of the budget and forecasting;
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Responsible for the integration of our subsidiary/ies in SGS Hungary Ltd.;
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Efficiency regarding our current processes, proactive thinking about short and long term solutions regarding new or old tasks and processes;
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Coordination of financial colleagues;
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Performing other kind of tasks in connection with Chief Accountant defined by Finance Manager.
Qualifications
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High education in economics or finance;
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Registered chartered accountant degree;
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Minimum 5 year of experience in finance positions;
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Up-to-date accounting and taxation knowledge;
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Fluent written and spoken English knowledge;
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Computer literacy at user level.
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IFRS certification
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Project management experience
Additional Information
Why SGS?
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Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification.
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Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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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.