GL Accounting Team Lead

About the role

An experienced, hands-on GL Accounting Team Lead is sought to join the Finance team. The role combines team coordination with end-to-end accounting ownership for assigned Group entities, while contributing to the continuous development of the accounting function.

Key responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting for assigned Group entities, from daily activities to month-end and year-end closing, including statutory reporting.
• Coordinate, review and guide Senior Accountants, and act as their backup, taking full responsibility for assigned entities when needed.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing and oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate accounting of accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany transactions and other key areas.
• Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements and coordinate and support external audits.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, internal controls and processes, and collaborate with other Finance teams.
• Support the Head of Accounting on complex matters and the development of the accounting function.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• Strong hands-on accounting experience and understanding of the full accounting cycle.
• Experience with month-end and year-end closing and financial statement preparation.
• Good knowledge of Lithuanian accounting standards and tax regulations, and experience with VAT, CIT and other statutory reporting.
• Ability to independently manage the accounting function of a legal entity; international or multi-entity group experience is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, good spoken and written English, and a proactive, ownership-driven approach.

Required skills

• Strong Excel and ERP skills.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (Navision) is an advantage.

What we offer

• Salary of 4,100-4,900 EUR gross per month.
• Opportunities to travel to destinations at minimal cost.
• Health insurance, an extra day off in the birthday month, and financial gifts for family occasions or emergencies.
• Partner discounts, games, food treats and other office activities.