Senior General Ledger Accountant

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it‘s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility. 

Purpose of the role: 

This role is responsible for the general accounting function including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account reconciliations. Leading/managing monthly closings and account analysis and coach/support the junior accountants in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department. 
While doing these duties, the accountant ensures that it is in compliance with the professional legal practices and standards, and also with the organization's policies and procedures. Work cross functionally to ensure accurate and controlled financial data.
 

Your responsibilites: 

• Participation of month end closing: 
  • Calculate & prepare & review journal entries
  • Complete general ledger operations
  • Manage the monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
  • Processing revaluation
  • Manage complex end to end accounting, month end closing processes
  • Support reporting to HFM, eliminate validation errors
  • Draw up monthly financial reports
  • Assistance in preparation of analysis of accounts as requested
  • Lead/manage year-end closings
  • Participate in internal and external audits
• Perform account reconciliations and analyse accounts
• Proactively come up with new ideas
• Drive standardization efforts
• Manage projects 
• Ensure timely processing of assigned tasks in accordance with Closing Calendar
• Ensure manual entries executed on time and correctly within the period in the ERP
• Ensure BS reconciliations are done efficiently, required adjustments are resolved
• Understanding of Company Chart of Accounts logic BS/PL
• Comply with internal and external controls, fiscal, tax, local and corporate requirements

The benefits you will enjoy:

• New, inspiring office environment in a centre location of Budapest
• As our name is new, you can expect exciting projects and challenges
• A company culture, where we are proud of each other, and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly appreciated
• A community, where you can freely share your own creative ideas and suggestions to create a better world
• Flexibility and home office - based on team agreement - here you can find real work life blend

This role will suit you if you have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Certified Public Accountant is an advantage
• At least 4 years of experince in Accounting / Finance at a multinational company or SSC environment
• Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas
• Knowledge of accounting& finance  principles and practices is required
• Knowledge of financial reporting is an advantage
• Solid ERP (SAP) accounting experience is required
• Consolidation tool (HFM) experience is required
• Fluency in English, Other European language is an advantage

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.