Senior General Ledger Accountant

Company description

Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day. 

Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com.

Overview


Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end and year-end closing activities
• Review Balance Sheet and P&L accounts and ensure the accuracy of accounting records and account balances
• Prepare and submit group reporting packages in HFM (Hyperion)
• Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, amortizations, interest calculations, treasury-related entries, and other General Ledger journals
• Support the preparation of periodic and annual financial statements and reporting

• Prepare and submit VAT and other applicable tax and fiscal declarations
• Support corporate income tax calculations and reporting
• Support statutory reporting requirements, including local financial statements and other regulatory obligations
• Prepare reports and information required by the National Bank of Romania and the National Institute of Statistics
• Manage Balance Sheet and intercompany reconciliations
• Request tax certificates and other required documentation from local authorities

• Provide direct support during internal and external audits and tax inspections
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting regulations and internal policies
• Support internal controls, accounting documentation, and continuous process improvements

• Manage fixed assets, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and reporting
• Record bank transactions and support treasury-related activities
• Maintain accurate accounting ledgers and periodically verify account balances
• Support statistical, regulatory, and other external reporting requirements

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and business teams
• Collaborate with Tax, HR, AP, AR, Treasury, and other teams within the Shared Service Center
• Provide accounting expertise and support across finance-related processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in General Ledger, Record-to-Report, or a similar accounting role, ideally within a multinational organization or Shared Service Center environment
• Strong hands-on experience with Romanian accounting and tax requirements
• Practical experience in corporate income tax calculations and reporting
• Experience in preparing or supporting statutory financial statements
• Hands-on knowledge of Romanian fiscal declarations, including D112, D100, D300, D394, and D406
• Experience within the services sector would be an advantage
• Experience with foreign VAT and cross-border compliance would be a strong asset

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Romanian accounting standards; knowledge of IFRS would be an advantage
• Very good MS Office skills, particularly Excel
• Hands-on experience working with ERP systems; experience with SAP is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize effectively, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, particularly during closing periods
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, accurate, and collaborative approach to work

Language Skills

• Fluent English, both written and spoken, is required
• Knowledge of additional languages, such as French, German, Italian, or Spanish, would be an advantage