Head of Corporate Solutions Portugal

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youHead of Corporate Solutions PortugalRole Location: Lisbon, PortugalDepartment: AccountingEmployment Type: PermanentSummary of role:The role is part of the Apex accounting team reporting to the local Directors based in Lisbon and to the Regional Director of Corporate Solutions.This role will have overall responsibility for client service delivery and improving standards of performance and quality while being responsible for managing the team based in Lisbon.The Role & Key Responsibilities: Develop and foster key relationships within business / product line and promote an environment of personal development and continuous improvementSupports Group strategy, plans, and values, contributing to the achievement of a high-performance cultureEnsure stakeholder awareness, engagement, and support through effective and timely communicationEnsure the quality of service delivery to corporate services clients is maintained at all times whilst maintaining a strong risk and governance framework within the team.Drive strategic dialogue across operations and businesses to prioritize key initiatives Skills Required:University degree in accounting or financeAt least 9 years of accounting experience in a professional services firm with significant exposure to Portuguese tax compliance and Portuguese GAAPFluent English knowledge (written & conversational)Advanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience with accounting ERP’s and team managementStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and propose solutions and make decisionsStrong communication, influence and interpersonal skillsOrganized and accurate working methodologiesCertified Accountant (“Contabilista Certificado”) accredited with the Portuguese Accountancy Chamber (“Ordem dos Contabilistas Certificados”) What you will get in return:A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global businessOpportunities for personal and professional developmentDisclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.