Accounting Junior Associate — Global Finance & Automation

IE University; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 26.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Proactivity

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Herramientas

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

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.