CoE Accounting Partner

CoE Accounting partner

Actively participate in the development of the Accounting Partner operating model
Be responsible for the accounting reliability of the internal client (country) under your responsibility
Ensure compliance with local and group deadlines and regulations
Perform monthly and quarterly accounting reviews, issue alerts for potential risks, and lead the resulting action plans
Provide technical support to the local team and CoE teams
Lead external and internal audits
Centralize communication between the internal client (country) under your responsibility and the group (consolidation team, CoE, etc)
Ensure internal client satisfaction through monthly debriefings of the satisfaction survey and lead the resulting action plans

Higher education degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, or Economics
Minimum of 4 to 5 years of experience in accounting, with a global view of company processes
Knowledge of IFRS standards
Intermediate knowledge of Excel (preferably advanced)
Fluent in English
Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal teams and stakeholders
Sense of responsibility, with an authentic and dynamic attitude
Leadership and decision-making skills
Focus on continuous improvement and a customer-centric mindset
Planning, organizational, and analytical thinking skills
Adaptability and proactivity in change management (flexible and agile)
Passion for physical activity and/or sports

Compensation & Financial Wellbeing:

Fixed remuneration + variable bonus based on collective performance
Opportunity to become a Decathlon shareholder and benefit from the company's annual results
Annual salary review based on merit, performance and potential
Permanent full-time contract (Contrato sem termo)
Health and life insurance
Annual sports voucher to cover your fitness and sports activities
Exclusive discounts on the Decathlon brand and a network of over 500 partners (leisure, technology, wellbeing, etc)
Sustainable mobility support

Work-Life Balance & Family Support:

Up to 25 days of paid annual leave + your birthday off
Option to purchase up to 4 additional rest days
Parenthood Kit to support the arrival of new family members
Employee and Family Assistance Program focused on physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing

Growth & Career Development:

Continuous training plan with Decathlon University
Autonomy to make decisions, take on responsibilities, and contribute to the growth of the team and company
Personal and professional development opportunities to build your career path in Portugal or internationally

Culture & Work Environment

Dynamic, close, and collaborative environment marked by team spirit and continuous feedback
Sports activities and internal events to share our passion for sports

Location & Work Model

Location: Lisboa Oriente, Portugal
Hybrid Model: up to 2 remote working days per week, following an initial full-time on-site onboarding period to ensure a smooth integration into the team and our culture