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Accounting Specialist (Maternity Cover-12 months)
Istanbul, Turkey
Description
As an Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting for our Turkish legal entity. You will handle daily accounting operations, month-end closings, and tax processes in line with Turkish regulations and Group Accounting Policies. Working closely with the Shared Services Center and Regional Accounting teams, you will prepare financial statements, manage AP/AR reconciliations, and support continuous process improvement. This İstanbul-based, 12-month maternity cover role offers an opportunity to take ownership of core accounting activities and contribute to the company’s financial integrity and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure timely booking of all journal entries in the ERP system (e.g., purchase & sales invoices, bank transactions, import & export files, employee travel expense reports, etc.)
- Ensure that all accounting entries align with supporting documents and comply with Turkish Tax Regulations
- Provide full support for Align Turkey’s financial and accounting operations
Ensure timely preparation, approval, and payment of all tax returns
Perform and manage Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable (AP/AR) reconciliations
Responsible for all monthly and annual accounting closing activities
Prepare financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Trial Balance)
Control fixed asset accounting entries, prepare fixed asset reports, and follow up on inventory
Maintain and monitor accounting procedures and processes through a proper Chart of Accounts, ensuring compliance with Group Accounting Policies and Local Regulations
Coordinate month-end close process in collaboration with Shared Services Center / Regional Accounting team and respond to related queries
Act as the go-to person for the Shared Services Center regarding the Turkish legal entity (month-end close, ad-hoc requests)
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics
- Minimum 3–4 years of relevant work experience in financial accounting, preferably in a multinational environment
- Hands-on experience in accounting operations with great attention to detail
CPA (SMMM) license or internship status
Big 4 or outsourced accounting experience is a plus
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and ERP systems (preferably LOGO and SAP)
Knowledge of E-Invoice, E-Archive, and E-Ledger processes
Process-oriented mindset with the ability to define and improve end-to-end processes
Ability to manage a flexible and dynamic workload
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and drive solutions
Analytical thinking, problem-solving mindset, and systems orientation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities
About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
- Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
- Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
- Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
- Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?
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Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
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