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About the company:
"GuestReady is a globally leading short-term rental management and hospitality company, providing great services to property owners, and amazing stays to guests. We are currently operating in the United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Spain and the United Arab Emirates, and we're growing fast. Launched in 2016, with over 3.3 million guest nights sold, generating over $170 million in Gross Booking Value and managing a portfolio worth over $1 billion, GuestReady is a company on the rise.
At GuestReady, our purpose is to revolutionise the short-term rental industry through innovative technology and a commitment to hospitality. We empower landlords to turn their investments into profitable sources of income by streamlining the rental process from start to finish. From creating listings across multiple platforms to managing guest communications, housekeeping, key exchange, and price optimisation, our team of experts handle every aspect of the rental experience, freeing landlords from the hassle and stress of property management. Our mission is to bring the tradition of hospitality to the short-term rental market and provide peace of mind for our valued clients."
About the role:
This is an exciting role for someone to take full ownership of the finance function in Portugal. This individual will form a core part of the Finance team, and be responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day finance processes and transactions in Portugal. This position will report directly to the Global Head of Finance and also work very closely with the Country Manager of Portugal. This role would be a great opportunity for a dynamic individual who wants hands-on experience within a finance function at an early stage of their career!
Finance Manager Job Duties:
- Full ownership of the finance function in Portugal and supporting newly launched Spain;
- Responsible for the execution of the day-to-day finance processes for Portugal, working closely with the operations and account management teams to ensure finance support;
- Manage a small team of 3 junior staff in Porto;
- Oversee local payments;
- Prepare monthly management accounts and execute monthly close process;
- Run payroll for Portugal;
- Responsible for VAT submissions and all other local tax/compliance requirements;
- Perform analyses and reports as requested by the Country Manager;
- Prepare for local audit and be the primary point of contact for local auditors;
- Active participation in forecasting and budgeting process;
- Liaise with external accountants/advisors in Portugal and Spain;
- Responsible for implementation of internal controls in alignment with group policies and comply with legislation (for SEF communication, City Taxes, VAT, invoices);
- Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and cost reductions;
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or similar subject;
- Qualified accountant OCC or ACCA equivalent would be an advantage;
- At least 3-5 years of previous experience in a finance-related role;
- Fluent in Portuguese & English (must have professional working proficiency C1 or above);
- Professional proficiency in Spanish would be a bonus;
- Excellent proficiency in Excel and comfortable navigating G Suite apps;
- Previous people management experience;
- Previous experience in a fast paced startup environment;
- Detail oriented, with a strong focus on quality;
- Proactive hands-on attitude with a willingness to learn & continue personal development;
- Able to multitask, prioritize and problem solve in a fast paced environment;
- Ability to work with the highest ethical and professional quality standards;
- Previous experience with NetSuite and MagniFinance would be a bonus;
Benefits:
- Opportunity to be mentored and gain exposure to an entrepreneurial business;
- Great working environment within a fast-growing, tightly knitted team;
- Flexible hybrid working - at least 1 day in Porto office;
- Growth potential and development as the business grows;
- Challenging and diverse tasks which will let you grow day-by-day;
We encourage you to apply even if you are missing a skill or two! Don't undervalue yourself and miss out on an incredible opportunity even though you are a 70% fit- a lot of -things can be learned through experience, and skills can be transferable. Let's work together to fill the gaps!
Diversity and Inclusion:
GuestReady is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and inclusion to our teams all over the world. We are proud to say we have a diverse team spread globally and value the unique talents of all our people, with different personal experiences and points of view. We do not accept any discrimination on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, culture, and warmly welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups."
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