Accountant (Part-time)

UNLEASH is a dynamic and innovative media and event company known for creating unforgettable B2B experiences. With a track record of delivering high-impact events, we connect businesses, foster innovation, and drive industry growth.

Headquartered in London, UK, with operations across Europe and the United States, our Portfolio of Conferences & Exhibitions, and media includes:

UNLEASH WORLD (PARIS) – The Most Influential HR Event in the World showcases the next wave of breakthrough technologies and the global innovators shaping the future of work.

UNLEASH AMERICA (LAS VEGAS) - The International Festival of HR is where the world's HR Leaders come to do business and discover inspirational stories and know-how that change the way organisations think about HR and innovation.

UNLEASH.ai is the go-to place for HR and breakthrough technologies that shape the future of work. UNLEASH is the essential source of news, analysis and market trends that inspire and empower organisational leaders worldwide.

Ultimately, UNLEASH provides a platform to share ideas that work, network, and do business.

OUR MISSION

To be the world’s #1 destination and marketplace, providing inspiration for leaders in human resources, recruitment and learning.

OUR PURPOSE

Repurpose Mankind in the Age of Machines.

The Accountant works closely with the financial assistant and other departments and reports to the Chief Accountant. The Accountant maintains the day-to-day bookkeeping of 5 legal entities. The role is responsible for managing general accounting operations and verifying our financial transactions to ensure accuracy and effectiveness in all our accounting tasks. Accountant is responsible for preparing the needed information in-time for tax and other reporting.

Job purpose

Purpose of the role is to manage the accounting and taxation processes of the 5 entities. Takes care of information being ready for reporting purposes.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall accounting for 1 Hungarian ( Unleash Group Kft) and 4 UK entities ( Unleash Group Ltd., Unleash Holdings Ltd., Unleash America Ltd., Unleash World Ltd.):
• AP invoices management (in system called Esker)
• AR invoices
• Bank
• Payroll postings
• Perform month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries
• Ensure accurate bank payment information in ERP and connecting software
• Manage Bank payment preparation in bank websites
• Coordinate with Financial Assistant to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines
• Respond to accounting inquiries from management in a timely manner.
• Cooperate with an external Payroll firm
• Compilation of reports to CSO and other organizations.

• Qualified accountant, IFRS qualification is an advantage
• Ideally 2+ years of relevant accounting experience with Hungarian legal entities
• Fluent in English and Hungarian with good communication skills
• Experience in full accounting and tax returns is a must-have
• Experience with payroll is an advantage
• Driven, can demonstrate high effectiveness when working with other departments, proactive.
• Must have attention to detail, however, balance the requirements for processes to be effective and robust.
• Excellent communication skills, resilient, critical thinker
• Experience with Business Central and Esker systems are an advantage

What we offer in return:

• 👩‍⚕️ Private Medical Insurance.
• ⚰ Life Assurance Scheme (x4 Salary).
• 🏖 Unlimited Holidays.
• 🧸 Up to 3 volunteer days annually to help give back to society whilst working on issues you feel passionate about.
• 💻 Modern and friendly co-working environment in our Budapest offices with a fun and ambitious team for those days when you may want to work from an office.       
• 🤕 Paid Sick Leave.
• 💜 Compassionate Leave — up to 10 days' time off if you lose a loved one
• 📨 Employee Referral Scheme.
• ⭐ Long Service Award.
• 🧐 A great opportunity to gain relevant experience and inspiring challenges in an international environment.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UNLEASH, we're committed to cultivating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We are a global community, and we believe our unique qualities should be celebrated as they are critical to our innovation. It's essential to us that you bring your authentic self to work every single day, no matter your age, ethnicity, religion, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, caring responsibilities, neurodiversity, or otherwise. Inclusion isn't just an initiative at Unleash.