Job Description:
Join us at ESAB's Budapest office, where we not only value your skills but also prioritize your well-being and ensure your voice is heard within our inclusive and supportive community.
Senior Financial Accountant
About the job:
The main purpose of the role is to operate and oversee the GL activities of legal entities(s). The Senior Financial Accountant will manage complex accounting.
- Coordinate the local and US GAAP GL entries for the group of companies
- Prepare journal entries in line with US GAAP requirements and local statutory adjustments
- Provide monthly reconciliation on key and non-key accounts
- Manage non-recurring journals, ensure approvals and proper evidence
- Audit support (internally and externally)
- Support the implementation of an automated accounting tool, provide recommendations for accounting simplification projects
- Solving accounting issues
What we are looking for:
- Economics or Finance & Accounting BA/BSc degree
- 3+ years finance and accounting experience
- Experience in managing GL accounting and related SOX control
- Fluency in English & Hungarian (both written and verbal)
- Confident usage of ERP systems
- Excel skills and general IT literacy
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Developed analytical, excellent interpersonal & problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet priorities and deadlines, and to work under time pressure
Nice to have:
- Understanding of US GAAP, SOX & Control
- Other European language knowledge
Why is it a good place for work? Because we can offer you ⚖️ ...
· Additional Benefits: annual performance bonus, cafeteria, Medicare health insurance, life & accidental insurance, and various recognition programs
· Regional Scope: Work closely with teams across different countries and regions
· Hybrid Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3-4 days/week
· LinkedIn Learning Access: Expand your skills with unlimited access
· Continuous Performance Feedback: Grow with regular performance discussions
· Supportive Environment: Thrive in a culture that values your contributions
· Community Events and Groups: Participate in our running clubs, board game evenings, travelers' club and several other events
· Extra Holidays for Years of Service: Celebrate milestones with additional time off
· Free weekends: in case of bridge days, Saturdays are always days-off
· Career Opportunities: Grow and develop skills in alignment with your career goals
· Automation/Process Improvement Projects: Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows
Our hiring journey:
1. Submit your CV & application to our system.
2. If your qualifications match our expectations, we will reach out to you for a friendly phone conversation to get to know each other better.
3. Following this, we will extend an invitation for an online interview. During the 1-hour conversation, you will have the opportunity to meet with your Supervisors and a Talent Acquisition Partner. This will be a collaborative exchange, where we not only ask questions but also share valuable insights.
4. Following a successful interview, you can anticipate an additional 30-minute professional test as the last step in the selection process.
5. Upon successful recruitment process, you can expect to receive a job offer from us.
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We strongly value the importance of feedback, and you can always count on us to provide you with a response. We believe in open communication! 🗣️
Skills Required
- Economics or Finance & Accounting BA/BSc degree
- 3+ years finance and accounting experience
- Experience in managing GL accounting and related SOX control
- Fluency in English and Hungarian (written and verbal)
- Confident usage of ERP systems
- Excel skills and general IT literacy
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Developed analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet priorities and deadlines and work under time pressure
- Understanding of US GAAP, SOX & Control
- Other European language knowledge
ESAB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ESAB and has not been reviewed or approved by ESAB.
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Retirement Support — The package includes an immediately vested 401(k) with a strong company match plus an additional employer contribution. Feedback suggests this structure is a standout element of total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple plan choices, including HSA‑eligible options with employer contributions, alongside dental and vision. Feedback suggests these mainstream offerings strengthen perceived total rewards when paired with other benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, child and elder‑care support, and access to caregiving services are included. Feedback suggests these family‑oriented supports add meaningful value for many employees.
ESAB Insights
What We Do
ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas: * Manual welding and cutting equipment * Welding consumables * Welding automation * Cutting systems Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents. Manufacturers everywhere are looking for ways to improve productivity and reduce operating costs. One way to achieve this goal is to align with a welding and cutting partner that offers a complete line of innovative solutions that meet the current demands of industry. ESAB has led the way in research and development of better technologies and products for this industry since its founding. ESAB has many great minds working on ways to make our industry stronger and better able to meet the needs of the future. We are constantly striving to expand our product offerings – from the best in traditional welding applications to large automated manufacturing facilities. ESAB continues to offer world-class technical support and educational opportunities to help our customers work smarter and better. We are dedicated to working with customers to help them be more productive, more profitable, and better able to compete. The ESAB group has been owned by Colfax Corporation since January 13, 2012. To learn more visit our website at www.esab.com and choose your region to begin
