Account Manager M/F

GEODIS INTERSERVICES; Bilbao; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GEODIS in Bilbao is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, ensure compliance with financial standards, and lead the accounting team. The role includes preparing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, while driving process improvements and ensuring timely reporting.

The ideal candidate has a Master's degree and 5–10 years of relevant experience, with strong leadership and analytical skills to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in a dynamic logistics

Qualifications

• Leadership of the accounting team and scheduling to ensure service continuity.
• Strong analytical skills to review financial data and identify trends, discrepancies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Experience with accounts payable/receivable and ensuring accurate recording of transactions.
• Proficiency in preparing financial statements, tax returns and management reports.
• Ability to implement accounting policies, processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure compliance with laws and standards.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payments collection and risk identification.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and provide management with financial insights and trends.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, setting goals and conducting performance reviews.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and improvements to processes.

Skills

Team management

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The Accounting Manager manages accounting operations and ensures compliance with accounting laws, regulations and financial standards. Their main responsibilities include preparing, auditing and analyzing the company's accounts, financial records and other financial commitments. They also manage the accounting team and ensure that all transactions are properly recorded and accounted for.

Applicant's profile

Management of the day-to-day accounting operations
Manage accounts payable and receivable, including collecting payments and identifying potential risks of non-payment
Ensure the reliability and accuracy of accounting operations in accordance with internal processes and accounting rules and norms
Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles
Review all financial transactions for accuracy and ensure that accounting records are up-to-date
Analysis of financial data
Analyze different general ledger accounts regularly
Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement
Reporting
Prepare financial statements, tax returns, and other reports based on standard accounting practices
Provide reports to management regarding the financial status of the company, including trends over time
Prepare budgets, forecast future financial performance, and identify areas for cost savings
Team management
Manage team scheduling and absences to ensure service continuity
Set individual goals and objectives for the achievement of business results, conduct employee appraisals, assess performance
Ensure the development of employee skills
Ensure that information is disseminated appropriately to teams
Support and advice
Communicate with clients, colleagues, and management to provide financial information, answer questions, and provide guidance on financial matters
Recommend adjustments to improve accuracy of reporting
Assist management in the decision-making process by preparing budgets and financial forecasts
Contribute to the improvement and development of new accounting procedures and practices
Continually drive for process improvement/efficiency, identify areas for improvement, suggest and implement solutions
Prepare and/or supervise other projects, as required
Remain up to date on current trends, developments and best practices

Working time (%)

100

Position place

Location

Minimum level of education required

MASTER'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)

General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue.GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group.This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue.GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group.This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.