Finance Assistant

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Finance Assistant to provide administrative support to the finance department, manage bank accounts, optimize cash flows, and analyze current accounts. Key Highlights: 1. Administrative and operational support in the finance area 2. Bank account management and cash flow optimization 3. Current account analysis and improvement of financial processes Frulact is a multinational company founded in Porto in 1987 and experiencing continuous growth. It positions itself as a *player* offering a portfolio of high-value-added *"natural solutions"* for the food and beverage industry. Our *portfolio* of solutions combines Food Systems (developed for the dairy, ice cream, bakery, and plant-based savory industries), Plant-Based solutions, and flavors. We are a team of nearly 900 people in full growth, with manufacturing facilities located in Europe (Portugal, France, Germany, and Switzerland), North America (Canada and the USA), and Africa (Morocco and South Africa). We are looking for a **Finance Assistant** for our **Finance and Risk Management** department, to join our local team based in **Maia.** **RESPONSIBILITIES** * Provide administrative support across the entire finance area, ensuring policies, procedures, and activities are executed correctly, effectively, and within defined deadlines; * Validate and maintain stakeholders’ banking data in the ERP system, in compliance with internal policy; * Create and maintain bank accounts, as well as manage respective NetBanco access; * Execute all financial tasks, including receipts, payments, treasury operations, banking documentation, and compliance, among others; * Prepare and monitor treasury position and forecasts, contributing to efficient cash flow management; * Analyze customer and supplier current accounts, maintaining regular contact with them; * Support the implementation of operational improvements and contribute to financial reporting. **PROFILE** * Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Management, or related field (provided it is compatible with the role); * Good command of English (spoken, written, and comprehension) – mandatory requirement; * Advanced technical knowledge of MS Office tools; * Proactivity, teamwork spirit, and results orientation.