Role Description
This is a part-time position for an experienced Accounting - Tax - Labor Specialist . The selected candidate will support and execute key accounting, tax, and labor compliance tasks for Essence Food , a global food-tech company operating across Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. The role ensures accurate bookkeeping, regulatory compliance, and efficiency across all administrative and financial processes.
Location: Barcelona (Hybrid)
Reports to: CFO / Finance Director
Level: Junior, with experience
Type: Part-Time
Key Responsabilities
- Manage daily bookkeeping and accounting tasks for group entities under Spanish GAAP.
- Prepare and review periodic tax filings (VAT, withholding taxes, informative returns) in coordination with external tax advisors.
- Support labor administration : employment contracts, onboarding / offboarding, leave tracking, payroll documentation, and coordination with the labor consultancy.
- Perform bank reconciliations, monitor invoicing cycles, and ensure proper control of accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepare documentation for audits , inspections, or official requests.
- Maintain accurate records for intercompany transactions and assist with transfer pricing compliance.
- Liaise with external accounting, tax, and labor advisors across multiple jurisdictions (Spain, UAE, Colombia, etc.).
- Support internal financial reporting , monthly closings, and forecasting.
- Contribute to improving internal processes and implementing financial and administrative tools.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in accounting , tax compliance , and / or labor administration .
- Solid understanding of the Spanish General Accounting Plan (PGC) , full accounting cycle, and Spanish tax obligations .
- Skills in administrative processes, billing, and office software tools.
- Strong organization, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Professional level of English (B2 or higher).
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
Desirable (Plus) Skills
- Exposure to taxation concepts, including transfer pricing and international tax basics.
- Basic understanding of transfer pricing .
- Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or basic financial modeling.
- Previous internship or academic experience in audit, corporate finance, or management consulting.
What We Offer
- Exposure to an international business environment and cross-border operations.
- Direct collaboration with senior finance and strategic leadership.
- Professional development opportunities within the Essence Food global network.
- A dynamic, mission-driven workplace at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and innovation within the food industry.
- Apply or email info@essencefood.tech