Statutory Accountant

Staturory Accountant

Location: Budapest, Hungary | Type: Full-Time, Permanent | Work Model: Hybrid

About CBS Budapest & Celanese

CBS (Celanese Business Solutions) Budapest is more than a shared service center – we're a strategic partner to Celanese, a global chemistry leader driving innovation that improves everyday life. Join our diverse, welcoming community where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Our exceptional green office and flexible working conditions create an environment where you can thrive professionally while focusing on what matters most to you personally.

Opportunity

Responsible for statutory accounting, reporting and analyzing data for local GAAP purposes. This person is coordinating the Financial Statement preparation and the statutory audit for the European countries. Contributing to complex projects, handling internal, external and tax audit requests, and providing professional support to the Accounting department in several fields.

What you will do

• Coordinate the audit of statutory financial statement in the assigned portfolio
• Prepare or support the completion of statutory financial statements
• Assist in the interim and final US GAAP group audits
• Build professional working relationship with service providers and external auditors
• Assist in the complex restructuring projects
• Support tax audits on ad hoc basis
• Produce analytical review of statutory accounts to provide meaningful explanation of the entity’s activities and performance during the year
• Responsible for maintaining local GAAP adjustments in SAP
• Propose process improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of statutory reporting

• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring

• University/College in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Fluent in English
• 4+ years working experience in a multinational corporate environment, with exposure to some of the following areas: Financial and Management Accounting, Controlling & Reporting processes
• External and/or internal audit experience
• Expertise in Accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS)
• Local (e.g. UK, German or Swiss) GAAP knowledge is an asset
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
• Process management and organization skills
• SAP experience

What We Offer

• Work-life balance: Hybrid working model with flexible working hours (core hours 9-5) so you can balance your priorities
• Competitive compensation: Attractive salary package with comprehensive Cafeteria benefits and health insurance
• Career growth: Clear development paths with cross-functional and international opportunities, plus language learning opportunities to expand your skills
• Exceptional workplace: Modern green office with amenities that make every day enjoyable, including doggy days when you can bring your furry friend
• Community & culture: Regular company events, CSR initiatives and charity activities, and active employee resource groups
• Diverse environment: Work with colleagues from various backgrounds and cultures in an inclusive, supportive atmosphere
• Continuous learning: Ongoing training, development programs, and exposure to end-to-end business processes

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