Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

Job Responsibilities

We count on you for:

Work directly with key stakeholders (e.g., site controllers, industrial controllers, Country Accounting Managers) to gather inputs, align on conclusions, and ensure timely delivery—demonstrating strong follow-up and communication.
Provide direct support to external auditors, including preparing audit-ready documentation, responding to questions, and coordinating timely follow-ups with stakeholders, with appropriate guidance and escalation when required.
Execute internal controls (checklists, evidence collection, basic reconciliations) and contribute to continuous improvements to strengthen compliance with policies and procedures.

You can count on us for:

A dynamic and collaborative environment.
Close guidance and learning opportunities across core MAC processes.
The opportunity to contribute to ongoing finance process improvements and transformation initiatives.

Experience and Skills

You will bring:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics.
1-2 years of relevant experience in Management Accounting / Controlling / Costing / Inventory Accounting / Asset Accounting
Strong knowledge of M365 tools and SAP
Fluent in English
AI tools: ability to use AI tools to support day-to-day tasks (with appropriate validation of outputs)

Behaviors:

Resilient and open-minded.
Collaborative team player.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders and auditors.
Proactive and eager to learn / improve processes.

What we offer

The Portuguese annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: 18,539.00€ to 22,600.00€. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range.
Health insurance
16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave
Training Platform for all employees
Free Well-Being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Hybrid working model: at least twice a week onsite
Fixed term contract with possibility of renovating into a permanent contract

About us

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Job ID

35096

Regular

Lisbon, Portugal
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