Accountant from Accounting Firm (Process Automation Focus)

REQUIREMENTS

• Certification: Active CECCAR student/member (or equivalent CCF/CAFR/ACCA/CFA).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in accounting (preferably within a leading accounting firm), including hands-on management of multinational client portfolios. You have experience preparing trial balances (“nivel balanță”) and filing monthly tax forms (VAT etc.) to ANAF, as well as drafting annual financial statements (“nivel bilanț”). Familiarity with Romanian tax compliance requirements (D112, D406, VAT returns etc.) is required.
• Language: Fluent in English (both written and spoken) for professional client communication; fluency in Romanian is also necessary for local compliance work.
• Proficiency with modern accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks) and collaborative spreadsheets (e.g. pivot tables, vlookup, data validation).
• Proven experience with process automation tools (Microsoft Power Automate or similar - Make, Zapier, UiPath, 4Secunde etc.) to streamline workflows.
• Work Style: Organised, deadline-driven, and proactive. Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks without constant supervision. Excellent communication and client service skills, with a team-oriented attitude.

PREFERRED

• Experience working with clients in energy, technology, or media.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Opening: Accountant from Accounting Firm (Process Automation Focus) – Bucharest, Romania
Location: Piata Victoriei, Bucharest (on-site)
Company: Group Expert Consulting 2000 SRL (Member of TIAG | TAG Alliances)
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage end-to-end bookkeeping and accounting for a portfolio of international clients, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. Maintain clarity and rigor in all records, and prepare monthly/quarterly tax declarations (VAT, income tax, etc.) in compliance with Romanian laws and deadlines.
• Financial Reporting: Draft and submit interim and annual financial statements (balance sheet, P&L, etc.) in accordance with local accounting standards. Liaise with ANAF for audits or inquiries, handling all communications and ensuring compliance issues are resolved professionally.
• Client Interaction: Serve as a point of contact for clients on financial reports and accounting inquiries. Provide clear explanations and advice on compliance matters, demonstrating professionalism and excellent service in all client interactions.
• Process Automation & Portal Management: Develop our Client Portal and automation tools to streamline workflows. Assign and track tasks, collect documents, and automate routine client interactions through the portal. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and implement workflow automations (e.g. creating Microsoft Power Automate flows or similar) for repetitive tasks. Collaborate with colleagues (accountants, payroll specialists) using shared portal workflows to ensure seamless service delivery. Participate actively in the continuous improvement of our Client Portal and automation processes.
• Advisory Support: When needed, assist partners on advisory, digitalization, or restructuring projects. Contribute to business development initiatives, such as creating content for our Piroi | Business in Romania app or knowledge base, to share insights on accounting and tax topics.
• Compliance & Deadlines: Take full ownership of your portfolio’s compliance calendar. Ensure all filings (VAT returns, SAF-T reports, payroll declarations etc.) and monthly closing procedures are completed accurately and on time, without the need for reminders. Proactively flag any risks or delays early and suggest solutions.

BENEFITS

• We offer a stable, growth-oriented workplace with competitive compensation and opportunities for development:Salary & Bonus: Net monthly salary in the range of €1,000–€1,400 (depending on experience and qualifications), plus meal vouchers (ticket dejeunner). In addition, after the trial period you can earn a monthly performance bonus: 10% of the value of all optional services you personally deliver to clients.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth. For example, we cover the costs of relevant exams (such as ACCA certification) if you choose to pursue further qualifications. You will also gain exposure to digital transformation projects, enhancing your skills in automation and modern accounting tools.
• Leadership & Innovation: You will work closely with the firm’s partners and decision-makers, ensuring your ideas are heard and you receive mentorship. You’ll have a chance to drive innovation in how we deliver accounting services, particularly through our client portal and automation initiatives.
• Modern Workplace: Work from a central Bucharest office (near Piața Victoriei) with a professional environment and international exposure. Our firm values clarity, teamwork, and responsibility – you’ll be part of a supportive team that embraces technology and doing things properly and on time.

Group Expert Consulting 2000 SRL is a leading Bucharest-based accounting firm serving both international and local clients. We provide full-cycle accounting, payroll, tax consulting, and financial audit services. As a member of the TAG Alliances (TIAG), the world’s third-largest network of independent accounting and law firms, we uphold international standards and collaborate globally.

Our firm is currently undergoing a digital transformation aimed at increasing efficiency and client collaboration. We target implementing a Client Portal as a central platform for managing tasks, documents, and communication with clients. We strongly focus on automation to streamline our processes – including the use of tools like Microsoft Power Automate – to reduce manual work and minimize errors. We rely on a culture of clarity, teamwork, and accountability. If you are a reliable accounting professional who enjoys leveraging technology to improve work and can consistently deliver high-quality results on time, we would love to meet you. Join us in shaping a modern, tech-enabled accounting practice.