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FlixBus is seeking an Operational Accountant to oversee accounting and financial operations for Western Europe (France, Benelux, Iberia) while based in Sofia. This role sits within the Finance Operations & Tax Europe pillar and bridges group-level finance operations with local statutory and tax requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Oversee accounting and financial operations for Western Europe in close collaboration with the Sofia-based accounting hub
- Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, including balance sheet reviews and reconciliations
- Prepare and review financial statements under local GAAP and IFRS, including IFRS mappings and adjustments
- Act as key contact for auditors and respond to HQ requests on reporting, accounting, and tax matters
- Coordinate local tax compliance (corporate tax, VAT, other local taxes) with external advisors, ensuring adherence to group guidelines and local requirements
- Contribute to the harmonization, improvement, and automation of finance and tax processes across Europe
- Partner closely with FP&A, Billing, operational teams, shared services, and local stakeholders to ensure accurate financial treatment and effective collaboration
Required qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an accounting firm (audit, accounting, or advisory) with strong foundations in accounting and financial statements
- Exposure to multinational environments and/or IFRS is a strong advantage
- Comfortable working with complex business and financial flows, balancing group standards with local requirements
- Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
- Knowledge of Portuguese/French GAAP, accounting and tax regulations is a strong plus
- Proficiency in Excel
- Clear, professional communication skills and fluency in English (French/Portuguese is considered an advantage)
FlixBus offers a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable. Benefits include travel perks (12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers), hybrid work model with office-first culture, wellbeing support including confidential counseling, and learning & development opportunities including language classes and training courses.
