Bridgestone
Chief Accountant
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Type of work: On site Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Környe, HU ABOUT US
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. ABOUT THE ROLE
Purpose of the Role:
To ensure accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and support for internal and external audits, while maintaining alignment with corporate standards and legal requirements. Key responsibilities: Prepare annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet) Participate in monthly and annual closings Perform accounting tasks using SAP (data entry, ledger control, analytical records) Reconcile ledger and analytical records (Balance Sheet reconciliation) Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns Compile statistical reports and financial statements Act as main contact for external auditors during group and statutory audits Focus on direct and indirect tax-related tasks Prepare tax calculations, declarations, and reports Qualifications and Required Experience: Relevant academic and professional background in finance and accounting Proven track record in accounting and reporting roles Ability to work in complex organizational structures and international settings Education/Master\'s Degree/other: Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related field Certified accountant with balance sheet qualification Experience (Years): 3–4 years of experience in accounting (preferably in a manufacturing environment) 2+ years of experience in financial reporting Experience in multinational environment and cooperation with SSC is an advantage Technical/Practical knowledge: Proficiency in SAP and MS Office (especially Excel) Knowledge of IFRS is an advantage Up-to-date understanding of VAT and other tax regulations Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent written and spoken English Proactive and positive mindset Strong problem-solving skills Detail-oriented and analytical approach Ability to work independently and as part of a team WHAT WE OFFER
At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you: A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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POSITION SNAPSHOT
Type of work: On site Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Környe, HU ABOUT US
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. ABOUT THE ROLE
Purpose of the Role:
To ensure accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and support for internal and external audits, while maintaining alignment with corporate standards and legal requirements. Key responsibilities: Prepare annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet) Participate in monthly and annual closings Perform accounting tasks using SAP (data entry, ledger control, analytical records) Reconcile ledger and analytical records (Balance Sheet reconciliation) Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns Compile statistical reports and financial statements Act as main contact for external auditors during group and statutory audits Focus on direct and indirect tax-related tasks Prepare tax calculations, declarations, and reports Qualifications and Required Experience: Relevant academic and professional background in finance and accounting Proven track record in accounting and reporting roles Ability to work in complex organizational structures and international settings Education/Master\'s Degree/other: Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or related field Certified accountant with balance sheet qualification Experience (Years): 3–4 years of experience in accounting (preferably in a manufacturing environment) 2+ years of experience in financial reporting Experience in multinational environment and cooperation with SSC is an advantage Technical/Practical knowledge: Proficiency in SAP and MS Office (especially Excel) Knowledge of IFRS is an advantage Up-to-date understanding of VAT and other tax regulations Strong analytical and organizational skills Excellent written and spoken English Proactive and positive mindset Strong problem-solving skills Detail-oriented and analytical approach Ability to work independently and as part of a team WHAT WE OFFER
At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you: A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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