Senior Finance Specialist

We are a team of 6 enthusiastic and passionate people, with responsibilities in finance and administration. 

Working closely with other departments, offering support to our colleagues, we are looking for you, a hands-on Senior Finance Specialist highly organized and process-driven, with desire to learn and grow in our team.

Being part of our team, you will have ownership on the following:

Financial Planning:

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts and ensures related reporting, in alignment with organizational goals
• Monitor financial performance, provides insights and opportunities for improvement
• Prepare specific reports based on business needs
• Initiate and coordinate projects and initiatives in line with organization needs

Financial compliance:

• Prepare, analyze and ensure accuracy of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g. accounts reconciliations, balance sheet, income statement, cash-flow statement, etc.)
• Perform monthly closing processes (statutory and corporate)
• Perform operational accounting tasks
• Organize and manage financial and accounting documents
• Organize the preparation of the annual financial report
• Plan accounting activities and establish operational and administrative procedures for the department
• Monitor and help with accounting tasks, deadlines, and document accuracy
• Ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory standards, implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance
• Coordinate tax, financial, and accounting audits
• Contribute to the development of accounting policies and the implementation into relevant ERP system

Tax compliance:

• Tax statements: ensures compliance with tax legislation and helps with tax statements preparation

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance controlling, accounting
• In-depth knowledge of local accounting standards, tax legislation
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards (e.g. GAAP)
• Relevant experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
• Proven experience in leading/coordinating projects and initiatives
• Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems and processes
• Advanced proficiency in accounting and ERP software (Oracle preferred)
• Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Excel, business intelligence tools can be an advantage (e.g. Power BI)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities
• Strong ability to take initiative and deliver results autonomously
• Fluent in English, both speech and written
• CPA certification can be an advantage (e.g. CECCAR membership)

Benefits to enhance your experience:

• 24 days off each year plus extra vacation days based on years at Garmin and compensation for legal holidays.
• Health package subscription and yearly budget for glasses.
• Monthly budget for sports and wellbeing activities.
• Local and global career development programs (training, mentorship, technical and leadership development, and more).
• Access to e-learning platforms and support for technical conferences attendance.
• Loyalty bonus within the company, plus other special bonuses (for holidays and personal life events).
• Meal tickets.

Yours exclusively when part of our team:

• Significant discount for Garmin products.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Contribution to the retirement plan (Pillar 3).
• Garmin products available for testing and borrowing.
• A comprehensive event series championing wellbeing, sports, and community tailored to foster holistic health (featuring sports events, classes, hackathons, parties, and more).
• Other benefits which we invite you to discover along the recruitment process.

Garmin Cluj is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.