Manager – Accounting & Compliance (Statutory CoE)

Budapest | Hybrid (2 office / 3 home office days)

Our client is a global leader in industrial packaging solutions, delivering essential, high-quality products and systems to key industries worldwide. With a proven track record of consistent growth and operational excellence, the company is strengthening its Budapest-based Global Business Services Centre (GBSC) to drive efficiency, standardization, and best-in-class shared services across its international operations.

This is a rare, high-impact leadership opportunity to join at a truly pivotal moment. The Statutory function is currently centralizing into a professional Centre of Excellence in Budapest. As Manager – Accounting & Compliance, you will lead the stabilization and professionalization of global statutory reporting and compliance processes, while building and developing a high-performing team in a dynamic, international environment.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the end-to-end preparation, review, and timely delivery of statutory financial statements and compliance obligations across multiple jurisdictions (primarily EMEA with growing APAC exposure).

• Managing, mentoring, and inspiring a team of 5-6 talented professionals as part of the newly established Statutory CoE.

• Driving successful process transitions, documentation (SOPs), standardization, harmonization, and automation initiatives – turning the current maturation phase into a model of efficiency and quality.

• Acting as a trusted business partner to Legal Entity leadership and collaborating closely with global functions such as FP&A, Tax, Legal, and GBSC teams.

• Ensuring outstanding audit outcomes, SOX compliance, and on-time filings while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high engagement.

• Contributing to change management and long-term process excellence in a fast-paced yet supportive setting.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Brings 10+ years of strong experience in statutory reporting and multi-jurisdictional compliance, ideally within a Shared Services / GBS or multinational environment.

• Has proven managerial success in leading teams through transitions, change initiatives, and periods of growth.

• Combines excellent technical accounting expertise with a hands-on, solution-oriented approach and strong process improvement / project management skills.

• Thrives in dynamic, evolving environments and demonstrates resilience, proactivity, and a servant-leadership style.

• Communicates fluently in English (additional languages are a strong advantage).

• Is passionate about quality, team development, and creating visible, lasting impact.

What our client offers:

• Competitive compensation package with attractive benefits (including cafeteria and premium health insurance).

• Modern hybrid working model (3 home office days + 2 office days) with dedicated team collaboration days.

• The unique opportunity to shape and professionalize a global Statutory Centre of Excellence during its exciting growth phase.

• International exposure with minimal travel – most collaboration is handled online.

• A stable, people-focused multinational environment where your leadership, process improvements, and contributions will be highly visible and valued.

• Genuine long-term career development potential in a growing organization with a strong focus on operational excellence and colleague engagement.