Accounting Junior Associate, Administration& Accounting

IE University; Madrid; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

IE University in Madrid is seeking an Accounting Junior Associate to assist in day-to-day accounting operations under the Accounting Manager. You will help ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial data, while supporting process improvements and automation initiatives.

The role requires 1–3 years of accounting experience, knowledge of Spanish GAAP (PGC), ERP exposure (Dynamics 365), and strong Excel skills. English fluency is essential; Spanish proficiency is also required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in a similar accounting or finance position.
• Knowledge of Spanish GAAP (PGC); exposure to US GAAP or IFRS is a plus.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI is valued.
• Prior experience in an audit or accounting role at a Big Four firm is a plus.
• Experience and willingness to learn and apply AI‑driven tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, etc.) in administrative and accounting processes.
• Strong written and spoken English; Spanish proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operations of general accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Perform bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the month‑end and year‑end closing processes across the organization.
• Review and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with local (Spanish GAAP/PGC) and international accounting regulations.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports for management, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to process improvements and the automation of administrative and accounting tasks.
• Address internal queries and provide accounting‑related support to other departments.
• Participate in internal projects and cross‑functional initiatives as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Proactivity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University’s Administration & Accounting is looking for a Accounting Junior Associate to join its team!

The Accounting Junior Associate supports the Accounting Manager in executing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial data, and contributing to the department’s process improvement and automation initiatives.

Why IE University?

Every story begins with a purpose, and ours has always been about people. Founded in 1973, IE University has continuously raised the bar to drive positive change through education. We believe education is more than a path to professional success; it is a catalyst for personal transformation and meaningful impact.

At IE University, we place people and their potential at the center of everything we do, empowering individuals to become extraordinary. We encourage bold thinking and foster a culture where innovation, curiosity, and courage lead to real-world impact. Together, we create an environment where talent thrives, and ideas shape the future.

Our mission

We support students in developing impact skills to live and lead with positive impact. This ignites a ripple effect. We transform people, who then transform others, systems, society, and, ultimately, our world.

Our Purpose

To foster positive change.

Values

• Cultivate the humanistic approach.
• Empower your entrepreneurial spirit.
• Cherish the diversity of people, mind, and experience.
• Drive innovation with a proactive mindset.

We are looking for a person to join a full‑time position in Madrid – IE Tower.

Your role as a Accounting Junior Associate will involve

• Assist in the daily operations of general accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Perform bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the month‑end and year‑end closing processes across the organization.
• Review and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with local (Spanish GAAP/PGC) and international accounting regulations.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports for management, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to process improvements and the automation of administrative and accounting tasks.
• Address internal queries and provide accounting‑related support to other departments.
• Participate in internal projects and cross‑functional initiatives as required.

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in a similar accounting or finance position.
• Knowledge of accounting principles under Spanish GAAP (PGC); exposure to US GAAP or IFRS is a plus.
• Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI is valued.
• Prior experience in an audit or accounting role at a Big Four firm is a plus.
• Experience and willingness to learn and apply AI‑driven tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, etc.) in administrative and accounting processes.
• Strong written and spoken English; Spanish proficiency required.

Competencies And Skills

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Proactivity and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Unleash your full potential and make an impact. The next move is yours!

If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team at IE University.

At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.