Global Accounting Specialist at Wellhub in Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

Your wellbeing, our mission. Join a company shaping a healthier world. GET TO KNOW US At Wellhub we're revolutionizing workplace wellness. Our platform connects employees worldwide to the best partners for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleep—all in one simple subscription. Headquartered in NYC with team members in Europe, North America and South America, we’re on a mission to make every company a wellness company.We believe work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced. Here, you’ll find a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and different perspectives, where passion and creativity push boundaries to create real impact. Your contributions will help shape a healthier, more balanced world for you and millions of people globally. Join us in redefining the future of wellbeing! THE OPPORTUNITY We are hiring a Global Accounting Specialist for our Finance team in Berlin or Munich, Germany or Madrid, Spain or Lisbon, Portugal! As part of our Controllership team, you will be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting across our international entities. Working in a multicultural environment, you will ensure compliance with local standards (such as German GAAP/HGB) and international regulations, supporting the global financial closing process and Wellhub’s operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to apply solid technical knowledge in a fast-growing, global impact scenario. YOUR IMPACT Perform day-to-day accounting functions for multiple international entities, including journal entries in general ledger, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations. Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes across global entities. Coordinate and reconcile intercompany accounts and ensure proper eliminations during consolidation. Assist with the consolidation of financial results in accordance with German GAAP (HGB) Work with external auditors and internal stakeholders during audits and reviews of international operations. Ensure compliance with local statutory accounting and tax regulations in all relevant jurisdictions. Collaborate with local finance teams and service providers to support payroll, VAT/GST, and other local reporting requirements. Assist in the development and implementation of global accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Participate in global ERP system implementations or upgrades as needed. Live the mission: inspire and empower others by genuinely caring for your own wellbeing and your colleagues. Bring wellbeing to the forefront of work, and create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable taking care of themselves, taking time off, and finding work-life wellness. WHO YOU ARE Degree in Accounting, Administration, Finance, or a related field. A strong understanding of accounting principles, financial closing processes, and global business models.Advanced proficiency in Excel, including hard-coding. Experience with financial systems such as Datev and Lucanet can be a plus. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Power Pivot Table (BI) and basic knowledge of SQL can be a plus. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across geographies. Proven experience in a global accounting role, with a focus on general ledger. Demonstrated ability to perform reconciliations and financial analysis.3+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in a multinational environment. Experience with german GAAP and other european local GAAP - US GAAP is a plus. Familiarity with accounting and ERP systems (e.g.Datev) and consolidation system Lucanet. Fluent English is mandatory. We recognize that individuals approach job applications differently. We strongly encourage all aspiring applicants to go for it, even if they don't match the job description 100%. We welcome your application and will be delighted to explore if you could be a great fit for our team. For this specific role, please note that prior experience in German GAAP, global general ledger and fluent English are mandatory requirements. WHAT WE OFFER YOU With thoughtful benefits, emotional wellbeing resources, and a culture that empowers you to take ownership of your role and your wellbeing, we create an environment where you can thrive in all dimensions of your life. Our benefits include: WELLHUB:  Free Gold membership with access to onsite gyms and studios, digital fitness programs, and online wellness resources for meditation, nutrition, mental wellbeing support, and more! Add up to three family members to your plan, ensuring access to wellness for those who matter most to you. HEALTHCARE: Health insurance. FLEXIBLE WORK: As a Flexible First company, we offer hybrid and remote options to give you the freedom to work in a way that suits you. The model for this specific role can be discussed with your recruiter and hiring manager. We offer all employees a one-time reimbursement to set up their home office equipment and a monthly work allowance to help cover the costs of working from home. Our offices are in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, and the UK. You can work from any office or remotely based in any of these countries. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE:  Flexibility for us isn’t just about where we work—it also means being able to shape how and when we get things done. Together with their leaders, employees define schedules that align with their time zones, team needs, and personal routines. PAID TIME OFF: We know how important it is to take time away from work to recharge. Employees receive a minimum of 25 days paid holiday per year with an additional day for each year of tenure (up to 5) in addition to annual holidays (including an extra holiday on your birthday!). PARENTAL LEAVE: Welcoming a new child is one of the most special moments in your life. Take the time to be present and enjoy your growing family. We offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents. Parents giving birth are eligible for an extended leave and a ramp-back period to return part-time while they get settled. CAREER GROWTH: Access world-class platforms, participate in interactive sessions,  build your personalized development roadmap, and explore internal opportunities. We focus on continuous learning and feedback to support your journey toward personal and professional success. CULTURE: You’ll join a team of passionate people who come together to break boundaries, support each other, and create a meaningful impact in workplace wellness. We win together, building trust through open communication and a culture where every perspective matters. Learn more about our shared culture and values here. And to get a glimpse of life at Wellhub… Follow us on Instagram @lifeatwellhuband LinkedIn! Diversity, Equity, and Belonging at Wellhub We aim to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive space where everyone knows they belong. At Wellhub, we welcome and celebrate your authentic self. Wellhub is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to inclusion also extends to how we recognize and reward our people. We’re proud to be Syndio Fair Pay Certified, reflecting our ongoing dedication to equitable and fair pay practices across our global team. Read more about it here. #LI-HYBRID