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Senior Accounting Specialist

Lisbon, Portugal · On-site

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Location: Lisbon About the job: This function plays a key role in strengthening our Finance & Accounting function as we expand operations across Portugal. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll be responsible for en…

Skills: Financial Accounting, IFRS, Portuguese GAAP, Tax Compliance, VAT

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Senior Accounting Specialist

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Lisbon, Portugal • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Professional Development, Autonomy and Creativity
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, month-end closing, and statutory statements in compliance with IFRS. Ensure local tax compliance and optimize accounting systems and internal controls to support company expansion.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Accounting or Finance and a Certified Accountant (CC) qualification in Portugal. Candidates need 5-8 years of experience in accounting or audit, proficiency in Portuguese GAAP, and fluency in both Portuguese and English.

Full job description

Location: Lisbon

About the job:

This function plays a key role in strengthening our Finance & Accounting function as we expand operations across Portugal. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and full compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual statutory financial statements and management reports in compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
  • Support the Accounting Manager in group consolidation activities and audit coordination.
  • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure accurate cost allocation across projects and entities.

Tax & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with local tax obligations, including VAT, withholding tax, and corporate income tax.
  • Liaise with external advisors and auditors to manage statutory filings and audit requirements.
  • Support intercompany accounting, transfer pricing documentation, and tax reporting for cross-border operations.

Process Improvement & Systems

  • Contribute to the rollout and optimization of accounting systems (ERP, expense management, automation tools).
  • Streamline processes and controls to ensure scalability as the company expands into new markets.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures that align with group standards.
  • Lead and improve internal control and financial reporting processes.

Business Partnering

  • Work closely with FP&A, Treasury, and Project teams to provide reliable financial data and insights.
  • Support project-level accounting for infrastructure investments, including CAPEX tracking and cost control.
  • Translate accounting outputs into actionable information for management decision-making.

Requirements

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Certified Accountant (CC) in Portugal, or in the process of certification.
  • 5–8 years of experience in accounting, preferably in similar role, audit, infrastructure, or multinational environments.
  • Strong knowledge of Portuguese GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP, or similar).
  • Ability to build strong relationships across teams and earn trust through professionalism and reliability.
  • Fluency in Portuguese and English.
  • Experience in capital-intensive or project-based industries (e.g., energy, construction, real estate, or data centers) is a plus.
  • Previous involvement in process automation or system implementations.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to balance detail orientation and speed.

Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Impact: Lead world class operations at Europe’s largest and most sustainable data center.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to business development.
  • Flexibility: Empowered to lead with autonomy and creativity in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.
  • Growth: Join a company committed to innovation, professional development, and service excellence.

About Us:

At Start Campus, we provide mission-critical data center services that power businesses globally. We're customer-centric, innovative, and always looking to push boundaries.

If you're passionate about building relationships, driving customer success, and thriving in a tech-driven world, we want to hear from you!

If you think you have what it takes for this position and are looking for a new professional challenge send your application.

If you think you have what it takes for this position and are looking for a new professional challenge send your application. 

Related keywords

IFRSPortuguese GAAPVATWithholding TaxCorporate Income TaxSAPERPGeneral LedgerStatutory Financial StatementsGroup ConsolidationTransfer PricingCAPEXInternal ControlData CentersInfrastructureCertified Accountant

About Start Campus

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Europe’s largest AI Data Campus, located in Portugal and creating a sustainable 1.2GW ecosystem with ocean cooling...🌊

Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2021
Headquarters
Lisboa, Lisboa
LinkedIn followers
17,109

Start Campus is building and operating the SINES Data Campus, a 1.2GW data center in Portugal, creating one of Europe’s largest and most sustainable data ecosystems with market-leading global connectivity. SINES DC provides maximum optionality for customers with powered shell, turn-key and build-to-suit solutions. The company’s advanced platform is AI-ready and addresses the future needs of the industry by integrating liquid cooling technologies into its flexible and scalable design. With a total combined investment value of an estimated €8.5bn, the campus utilises 100% renewable energy and targets an industry-leading PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) of 1.1 and a WUE (Water Usage Effectiveness) of 0 by harnessing the cooling power of the ocean. For more information, please visit www.startcampus.pt.

Offices: Lisboa, Lisboa 1070-103, PT · Sines, PT

AIData CentersDigital InfrastructureITTechnologyReal EstateServersDataLiquid CoolingSustainability
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About Start Campus

LinkedInVisit site

Europe’s largest AI Data Campus, located in Portugal and creating a sustainable 1.2GW ecosystem with ocean cooling...🌊

Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2021
Headquarters
Lisboa, Lisboa
LinkedIn followers
17,109

Start Campus is building and operating the SINES Data Campus, a 1.2GW data center in Portugal, creating one of Europe’s largest and most sustainable data ecosystems with market-leading global connectivity. SINES DC provides maximum optionality for customers with powered shell, turn-key and build-to-suit solutions. The company’s advanced platform is AI-ready and addresses the future needs of the industry by integrating liquid cooling technologies into its flexible and scalable design. With a total combined investment value of an estimated €8.5bn, the campus utilises 100% renewable energy and targets an industry-leading PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) of 1.1 and a WUE (Water Usage Effectiveness) of 0 by harnessing the cooling power of the ocean. For more information, please visit www.startcampus.pt.

Offices: Lisboa, Lisboa 1070-103, PT · Sines, PT

AIData CentersDigital InfrastructureITTechnologyReal EstateServersDataLiquid CoolingSustainability
View all jobs at Start Campus

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