Regional Senior Accountant - General Ledger

Responsible for managing financial accounting and associated responsibilities for assigned Mentor Graphics’ entities, successful candidates will enjoy a varied and complex role with key responsibilities to include:

• Responsibility over accounting, tax and statistical reporting, including:
  • US GAAP accounting (quarterly and annual Group reporting)
  • Statutory accounting, reporting and audits
• Performing month-end closing activities including accounts reconciliation
• Cooperation with auditors, tax advisors, accounting firms
• Responsibility regarding tax matters: VAT, CIT, Statistical Reporting
• Ensuring accurate and timely postings in general ledger including: fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, provisions
• Providing high quality service to internal and external customers
• Ensuring that transactions are carried out according to corporate policies and statutory regulations

• Degree in Accounting/Finance a minimum, with additional accounting qualifications considered an asset.
• At least 3 years proven operational experience in accounting function.
• Experience in a multinational environment
• Experience, or demonstrable interest, in the area of tax compliance.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, effective relationship-building ability.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative, combined with the motivation to contribute in a dynamic international team environment.
• Strong PC / MS Office skills required (advanced MS Excel), experience with SAP or similar ERP solution preferred.
• Fluent English is required