Location: Alcântara, Lisbon, Portugal
Salary: 500 euros per month
Working Model: Part-time (20 hours per week)
Department: Finance – Record to Report (R2R)
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Trainee Accountant to join our Finance team in Lisbon. This is an excellent opportunity for a student in Accounting, Finance, or Economics to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, international environment while supporting core accounting and reporting activities.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Finance Support
- Assist in daily accounting activities within the Record to Report (R2R) process
- Support preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
- Help maintain accurate financial records and documentation
- Assist in month-end closing activities
Data & Reporting
- Extract and validate financial data from ERP systems (SAP, Cognos)
- Support preparation of reports and supporting schedules
- Help identify discrepancies and assist in resolving them
Compliance & Controls
- Ensure proper documentation and audit trail for all tasks performed
- Support execution of internal controls and compliance activities
- Assist with audit preparation (internal and external)
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with R2R, P2P, and O2C teams
- Communicate with stakeholders to collect and verify accounting information
- Support issue resolution by coordinating with relevant teams
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Strong interest in accounting and financial processes
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable using financial systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good communication skills in English
- Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn
Nice to Have
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP)
- Previous internship or student work experience in Finance
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in a multinational finance environment
- Exposure to end-to-end Record to Report processes
- Flexible working hours compatible with studies
- Opportunities for learning and development
- Possibility of future full-time opportunities
Our Hiring Process
Your application will be carefully reviewed by our recruitment team for alignment with the role's competencies. Qualified candidates will proceed through a multi-step selection process including:
About Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Scandinavian Tobacco Group is a leader in the tobacco industry, operating in over 100 countries with more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Our extensive portfolio includes iconic brands such as Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, and Partagas. Recently, we expanded into smokeless tobacco with the acquisition of XQS. We are committed to sustainable practices and creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where every individual can thrive.
Please note: This is a direct recruitment conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies and will not provide compensation for unsolicited resumes.
For 275 years, Scandinavian Tobacco Group has been maker of rituals. We have honed our craft to make premium tobacco products and experiences to our consumers embedded by textures, flavours and aromas. With our portfolio of industry leading brands, we deliver consumer experiences that really make a difference.
With a portfolio of around 200 leading brands that are being sold across the globe, we believe we have what it takes to become the undisputed and sustainable global leader in cigars.
The Group, headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, has a total of around 10,000 employees worldwide and are represented in Europe, North America, Central America and Asia. Scandinavian Tobacco Group is listed on NASDAQ OMX and in 2024 posted net sales of DKK 9.2 billion.
Building a growing business in a highly regulated industry takes people who have courage and dare to light the forward and raise the standards for everything we do. Passion is what sets us apart - we believe in holding ourselves accountable to high expectations, because we know we can achieve them.
When we combine our perspectives and work together to deliver results, strive for simplicity, and beat our competition, we become part of something bigger than ourselves – a winning team that has what it takes to go the distance. We want to attract the most talented people, who will take pride in our unique history, strong brands and the craftsmanship behind our products.
We're always on the lookout for great people, so if you think you have what it takes to work for Scandinavian Tobacco Group we'd like to hear from you.
