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Closing and Reporting Accountant

Reference nr.: AV-CLOS-1103

KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, with 236,000 employees in 144 countries. We have already worked with 72 of Hungary’s Top 100 companies, and we’re not stopping there! Whatever you are interested in around the world, we can really help you get there. In a dynamic environment with intelligent people you can learn how to use your knowledge well. Are you wondering about how? Read our job advertisement and learn about what you can expect in reality if you decide to join us. It is clear for us that your ambition can drive us to our future together.

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We help our clients with industry-specific services to create value and manage risks. Our wide-ranging client portfolio enables you to gain real-life experience in industries such as telecommunications, energy, IT, finance or sports, and to work on ground-breaking projects.


If you are looking for a challenging job in the field of Finance and Bookkeeping, in an international environment, then we are sure that working with the Accounting department at KPMG is the best choice for you. Now you have the opportunity to join a newly formed group that provides quality service to one of the largest Hungarian-founded airlines.

This is the perfect opportunity for you, if you have…

  • Degree in Accounting / Finance / Economics or equivalent,
  • 2-3 years of experience in period end closing procedure preferably in shared service environment,
  • sufficient knowledge of IFRS ( Hungarian and other local GAAP knowledge is an advantage),
  • hands on expertise in month end closing processes and reconciliation related activities,
  • strong deductive and analytical skills with attention to detail and precision,
  • hands on knowledge of ERP applications (Microsoft Dynamics and SAP is a huge advantage) coupled with Microsoft Office knowledge and MS Excel expertise,
  • ability to work in a team environment collaboratively and having growth mindset,
  • good communication skills,
  • ability to organize, prioritize and structure the tasks,
  • action oriented, delivery driven personality,
  • fluency in English (additional language knowledge is an advantage).

As part of our team, we will count on you to…

Monthly Financial Closure and Reporting Services:

  • Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closure activities, ensuring timely and precise account finalization while adhering to work instructions and a month-end closing checklist.Execute and analyze accounting transactions, ensuring their accurate and punctual processing.
  • Clearing of open items in accounts.
  • Ensure all automatic postings have been booked.
  • Calculate and post taxes, GL journals and accruals.
  • Ensure that accruals are both accurately posted and appropriately substantiated.
  • Oversee the accurate and punctual execution of all journal entries.
  • Reconcile and clear balance sheet accounts.
  • Prepare reports for consolidation cycles (consolidation 1, 2 and sometimes 3).
  • Conduct reconciliations between different systems and modules.
  • Investigate and resolve issues from both technical and accounting perspectives in all aforementioned processes.
  • Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages with precision and within specified timeframes.Ensure that all recurring and non-recurring items are collected, accounts are reconciled, and Manual Journal Entries are booked.
  • Prepare ad-hoc reports and related analyses.
  • Provide technical accounting services in the area of expertise on project basis.
  • Support management, legal and statutory reporting.
  • Individual project involvement at the client on an ad-hoc basis and business travel within Budapest on an adhoc basis.
  • Address operational issues and follow through to resolution in an effective and timely manner.
  • Perform operational KPIs in compliance with client policies and guidelines and pro-actively alert execution issues.
  • Actively identify, recommend and implement solutions in collaboration with management to continually enhance operational processes.
  • Assist in the transfer of knowledge for sustainable development and the sharing of best practices within the team.
  • Execution of other accounting and reporting tasks relevant to the finalization of financial records.

We’ll provide you with the opportunity to…

  • be part of a dynamic, experienced and motivated team in a fast-growing environment,
  • learn and develop personally - both on the job and through formal training,
  • opportunity to work in a hybrid structure,
  • acquire a competitive salary package,
  • the opportunity to participate in courses and further training,
  • well-being support services (private healthcare, sports opportunities, mental well-being programs, coaching).

At KPMG we are living our values every day: we do what is right, we never stop learning and improving, we think and act boldly. We respect each other and draw strength from our differences, and we do what matters to build a better world for the next generation.

Apply easily and experience success together.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and willing to accommodate applicants’ disability-related needs. Should you have any questions or special need please let us know under the Contacts menu button.

Basic information

  • Location: Budapest
  • Professional field: Advisory
  • Experience:
    • Experienced
  • Working hours: Full time
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Why should you choose KPMG?

Personal and professional growth

Develop your skills and know-how through an average of 64 hours of professional and individual training on offer each year.

You’ll receive continuous feedback on your work and performance from your mentor and performance manager, to be able to grow continuously.

Cooperative, motivated team

Team building, Christmas parties, inspirational events, company-wide activities – online or offline, You are the focus and you can be yourself.

Your mental and physical health are important to us. We support our colleagues’ sports activities, including team sports and running competitions.

Real and relevant knowledge

Thanks to professional trainings and knowledge gained in various industries, you can experience what it is like when the leaders of the largest companies turn to you directly for professional help.

You can use your professional knowledge not only in client projects, but also in pro-bono and volunteer activities.

Stable local basis, international background

Performance assessment on an international basis, local mentors, promotions and salary increases - they're not just promises, it's all possible in your first year.

Have a go at KPMG member firms abroad through a secondment, which can last from a few months to a few years.