Transactional Accountant

Vesta Software Group · Hungary · posted today ago

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Transactional Accountant (VSG HU)

ABOUT VESTA SOFTWARE GROUP

The Vesta Software Group acquires, manages, and builds software companies in a variety of vertical markets, enabling them to be clear leaders in their industries. Our companies provide mission-critical enterprise solutions for vertical industries across the entire industry value chain.

Being a portfolio group of Jonas Software (within Constellation Software Inc.), the Vesta Software Group is all about strengthening businesses within the markets in which we compete and enabling them to grow – whether through organic measures such as new initiatives and product development, day-to-day business, or through acquisitions.

POSITION

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Transactional Accountant to support the finance operations of Ceres Software Group’s Hungarian business units. This full-time role will be responsible for day-to-day transactional accounting activities, including supplier invoice processing, bank reconciliations, customer and supplier account reconciliations, VAT support, and month-end close activities.

Reporting to the Transactional and Credit Control Manager (based in UK), the successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely accounting for our Hungarian entities, while also supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses into Vesta’s finance processes and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with Hungarian accounting experience who would like to develop within an international, fast-growing software portfolio.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a multi-faceted role across multiple Vesta companies, where the post holder will be expected (but is not limited) to:

Accounts Payable

Review, verify and post supplier invoices in the ERP system, ensuring appropriate matching to purchase orders, goods receipt documentation and approved authorization workflows
Resolve discrepancies and deal with supplier queries
Prepare supplier payments for authorization and subsequent processing
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding items.

Banking and Cash Management

Reconcile bank accounts, including foreign currency accounts
Process and post daily bank transactions, including foreign currency transactions
Carry out sales invoicing and cash allocation activities where required
Monitor customer balances and assist with collection activities where required.

Account Reconciliations

Reconcile customer and supplier accounts
Update Excel-based reconciliation and support schedules.

Financial Reporting and Month-End Close

Assist with the preparation and reconciliation of VAT returns, EC Sales Lists and other statutory tax reports as required
Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and preparation of supporting schedules
Complete accurate and thorough handovers to the Management Accountants at month-end.

Process Improvement and Business Support

Implement improvements to existing processes and systems as required
Contribute to integration activities for newly acquired business units
Create and maintain strong working relationships with finance and business stakeholders
Undertake ad hoc finance duties as required
Contribute to the success of the overall corporate strategy.

Compliance

Ensure accounting transactions are recorded in compliance with Hungarian accounting and tax requirements
Stay informed of relevant accounting, tax and regulatory changes applicable to the role and support the implementation of required process updates.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or accounting qualification (e.g. Hungarian Chartered Accountant) would be advantageous
Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bookkeeping or Transactional Accounting role
Experience performing bank, supplier and customer account reconciliations
Experience preparing Hungarian VAT returns and supporting reconciliations would be advantageous
Experience with local statutory requirements, supplier invoice processing, bank reconciliation, and local bookkeeping practices
Commercial awareness and analytical mindset
Strong Excel skills
Experience working with ERP and accounting systems is required; experience with Novitax and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) would be advantageous
Fluent Hungarian and good working proficiency in English.

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Ceres Finance

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Regular

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More About Jonas Software:

Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain.

Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of “Software for Life.” We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.

Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries. We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists. Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees.

Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world. We’re a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index.