Accounting & Finance Lead Werk Kecskemét (FO/E) Lokale Stelle (w/m/d)

Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary Kft.

Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary Kft., Kecskemét (On-site)

Job Type Full-time

Experience Senior

Posted 3 weeks 5 days ago

On-site Senior Level

We are looking for an experienced Head of Accounting & Tax to join our Accounting & Tax team at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Kecskemét. In this role, you will take end-to-end responsibility for the plant's accounting and tax activities, including the planning, management, and execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, motivate, and develop your team in line with corporate leadership principles.
Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and support the professional development of team members.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Take end-to-end responsibility for the plant's accounting processes, including general ledger and sub-ledger accounting, fixed assets, inventories, and provisions.
Ensure accurate recording and valuation of business transactions and preparation and approval of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Hungarian accounting regulations and IFRS.

Financial Closing & Process Management

Take full operational responsibility for monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring effective planning, coordination, execution, quality assurance, and timely completion.
Oversee closing-related activities across the plant, working closely with Controlling, Logistics, Procurement, Production, Tax, and central corporate functions.
Analyze, record, value, reconcile, and finalize business transactions in compliance with accounting standards, tax and legal requirements, and internal Group policies.

Tax Management & Regulatory Compliance

Oversee local tax matters, particularly VAT, corporate income tax, and other applicable taxes.
Ensure accurate and timely tax filings, reconciliations, and compliance.
Ensure timely and accurate statutory reporting to Hungarian authorities, including KSH and MNB.
Monitor tax audits and regulatory requirements and ensure corrective actions are addressed.

Audits & External Stakeholder Management

Coordinate internal and external audits, tax inspections, and follow-up activities.
Manage the relationship with the local PwC team in connection with annual financial statements, audits, tax matters, and closing-related reconciliations.

Fixed Assets & Inventory

Ensure efficient and compliant fixed asset capitalization and inventory management in accordance with Hungarian accounting regulations, IFRS, and internal Group policies.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

Drive implementation of regulatory changes and new projects in collaboration with the team.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting, tax, and closing processes and support effective solutions.

Management Reporting & Decision Support

Keep management informed of closing-related developments, risks, and required actions.
Prepare decision-making materials and coordinate approval processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
Hungarian certified accountant qualification (mérlegképes könyvelő) with active registration in the relevant Ministry of Finance register.
In-depth knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
Strong understanding of Hungarian accounting regulations and financial closing processes.
Qualification in Hungarian tax matters or substantial practical experience with Hungarian tax regulations.
Hungarian certified tax advisor qualification (adótanácsadó) is an advantage.
Strong analytical skills and a structured, solution-oriented approach.
Fluent Hungarian and business-fluent English; German is an advantage.
Very good knowledge of MS Office, ideally with experience using digitalization tools.
Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented working style with leadership experience.

What We Offer

Mercedes-Benz Kecskemét offers a stable working environment, professional development opportunities, and an attractive benefits package, including employee discounts, health benefits, coaching, parking, a canteen and café, an in-house doctor, good public transport, and a barrier-free workplace.

Application Information

Start date: immediately
Application deadline: October 31, 2026
How to apply: Submit your application via TALEO on the Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary Kft. career site.