About this role
RTR - Accountant, General Ledger, Americas Region - Global Business Services One of our expanding SSC partners is looking for new colleagues to join their team. The company operates in an international environment and is a leading manufacturer in the advanced materials industry, providing innovative solutions used in a wide range of durable, high-quality products. We are seeking a talented Accountant, General Ledger, Americas Region, GBS to join the company’s dynamic finance team. The goal of this position is to execute standardized and transactional general ledger accounting and support local financial reporting to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial processing. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, Consolidations & Reporting, GBS and based in the Budapest Administration Center in Hungary, this key role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on driving financial performance and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Grab this opportunity and be the part of the team! Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post manual and automated journal entries in line with accounting policies and internal controls Validate journal entry accuracy, completeness and supporting documentation prior to posting Post all payroll entries for the region based on validated outputs from payroll systems Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciliation differences in coordination with relevant stakeholders Identify, investigate and clear open items in the General Ledger and subledgers Calculate, prepare and post accruals, deferrals and other standard adjustments Support execution of month-end and year-end closing activities in accordance with the defined close calendar Ensure completeness and correctness of postings transferred from subledgers Prepare GL close documentation and support sign-off processes Extract financial data from the General Ledger and prepare local financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) Validate completeness and consistency of financial statement data prior to submission Perform variance and trend analyses on local financial results and process necessary corrections Submit local financial reports in line with defined timelines and reporting requirements Execute local financial reporting close activities and archive reporting documentation Support tax accounting and tax reporting processes, including preparation of required data and documentation Contribute to process improvements, standardization initiatives and system enhancements within the GBS Accounting organization Qualifications and experience: Several years of professional experience (typically 2–5 years) in relevant functions (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, Tax, Audit, Operations) with solid operational capability. No leadership responsibilities Basic exposure to international contexts (e.g., occasional interaction with global colleagues or customers); no international assignments or stays abroad Competencies and skills: Shows solid self‑leadership in independently managing tasks, communicating effectively, taking ownership of deliverables, and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment Communicates clearly, collaborates effectively, solves straightforward problems, and maintains resilience in typical work situations Demonstrates stakeholder awareness, performance orientation, and analytical thinking in day‑to‑day tasks Understands foundational business concepts (KPIs, processes, customers) and recognizes their relevance for daily decisions Shows awareness of project structures, change dynamics, and implementation requirements without yet applying them independently Applies functional knowledge in daily work with growing independence with a focus on accounts receivables Optimizes workflows through effective use of digital solutions and supports digital adoption using IT competencies Proficiency in MS Office Applications, SAP S/4 HANA, Blackline preferred What the company offers: An exciting opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and growth-oriented company. A competitive remuneration package, including generous benefits. Location: Budapest
