The Accounting Associate supports daily accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role assists with month-end close activities, ensures compliance with accounting standards, and collaborates across departments to maintain accurate financial records. Ideal candidates have a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and support journal posting.
- Contribute to smooth month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts with precision.
- Assist with intercompany transactions and ensure timely reconciliations.
- Prepare audit-ready documentation and support internal control processes.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure financial data integrity.
- Respond to internal inquiries regarding accounting and reporting.
- Support financial reporting and analysis activities.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting team.
What Makes You the Right Fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in accounting (preferred).
- Solid understanding of GAAP or IFRS principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic finance environment.
How Would You Stand Out?
- Experience with Blackline or similar reconciliation tools.
- Familiarity with intercompany accounting and multi-entity setups.
- Understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
Why Choose Us?
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive finance team.
- Gain exposure to international accounting practices.
- Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with growth opportunities.
- Access to professional development and training programs.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Located in the heart of Budapest with a hybrid work model.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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