AP Accounting Manager

EU Business School SA; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 36.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Start date ASAP

36‑hour week

Hybrid: 1 day remote

Salary up to €40,000

Health insurance

Meal cards

Team breakfasts

Local discounts in Barcelona

Descripción de la vacante

EU Business School seeks a seasoned AP & Accounting Lead for our Barcelona campus, reporting to the Finance Director. You will direct the AP and accounting functions, ensure tax compliance, and oversee monthly and yearly closings in a fast-paced environment.

You must have 3–4 years in AP and accounting with leadership experience, and be proficient in Sage X3 and Excel, with fluent English and Spanish. The role offers hybrid work and a gross salary up to €40,000 per year.

Formación

• 3–4 years in AP and Accounting, with 2–3 years leading monthly/yearly closures.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Advanced Sage X3 and Excel proficiency.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Direct AP and Accounting functions with KPI-focused oversight and high independence.
• Identify automation opportunities to improve accounting efficiency.
• Mentor team members, manage performance, and foster growth.
• Execute month-end and year-end close with data integrity.
• Oversee supplier invoices in Sage X3 and ensure proper approval workflows.
• Ensure tax compliance and support external audits per PGC and internal rules.
• Co-lead treasury operations including cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations.
• Provide cross-functional support to AR when needed.

Conocimientos

Accounts Payable

Leadership

Excel

Sage X3

English

Spanish

Educación

University degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Herramientas

Sage X3

Excel

Descripción del empleo

EU Business School, part of the Omnes Education Group, is a multicultural hub of academic excellence. We deliver top-ranked business education programmes globally across our digital and physical campuses.

The Role

We are currently seeking a seasoned AP & Accounting Lead to direct and safeguard the financial backbone of our Barcelona campus. Positioned as a critical, second-in-command role within the finance department, this is a highly hands-on mandate designed for a resilient and meticulous professional accustomed to the rigors of a demanding, fast-paced corporate environment.

The successful candidate will bring a minimum of three years of managerial experience, offering strategic oversight of the full Accounts Payable cycle, ensuring stringent tax compliance, and managing daily financial operations with executive-level precision.

Main Responsibilities

1) Strategic Leadership & Departmental Management

• Operational Autonomy: Direct the AP and Accounting functions with a results-oriented approach, ensuring all financial KPIs are consistently met with a high degree of independence and professional judgment.
• Digital Transformation: Proactively assess and identify opportunities for automation and process optimization within the accounting framework to drive long-term institutional efficiency.
• Departmental Stewardship: Cultivate a high-performing and accountable environment by mentoring team members, managing performance, and fostering continuous professional growth.

2) Financial Operations & Compliance

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Execute month-end and year-end closing procedures with absolute precision, safeguarding the comprehensive integrity of the General Ledger.
• Accounts Payable Governance: Oversee and validate supplier invoice processing via Sage X3, enforcing rigorous adherence to approval workflows and maintaining highly accurate aging reports.
• Fiscal Compliance & Audit Oversight: Manage all corporate tax obligations and facilitate external audit requirements, ensuring strict alignment with the Spanish PGC (Plan General Contable) and internal corporate regulations.
• Payroll & Treasury: Co-lead daily treasury operations—including cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations—and accurately execute complex accounting entries for payroll.

3) Data Integrity & Corporate Governance

• Advanced Analytical Modelling: Utilize complex Excel frameworks to architect structured financial reports, delivering reliable, data-driven insights to facilitate executive decision-making.
• Policy Enforcement: Uphold and enforce all internal corporate governance standards, serving as the primary authority on company regulations regarding employee travel and expense management.
• Cross-Functional Continuity: Act as a comprehensive financial partner by providing essential, hands-on support to the Accounts Receivable (AR) department as needed, ensuring total operational coverage and departmental synergy.

About You

• Experience: A minimum of 3-4 years in AP and Accounting (with at least 2-3 years directly executing monthly/yearly closures), including supervisory or leadership roles.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, steadfast resilience, and a highly analytical mindset are mandatory to successfully navigate the demanding workload of this role.
• Education: University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Sage X3 and Excel (complex formulas, data modelling, and pivot tables) is strictly required.
• Language Skills: Full professional proficiency in English (corporate language) and Spanish (regulatory and supplier interactions).

What We Offer

• Start Date: ASAP
• Unmatched Work-Life Balance: A permanent, 36-hour weekly contract featuring reduced hours on Fridays and throughout summer.
• Hybrid Flexibility: 1 day of remote work per week.
• Remuneration: A gross salary of up to €40,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Professional Home: A multicultural environment offering immense job stability and the opportunity to become an irreplaceable operational pillar, rather than focusing on vertical corporate climbing.
• Perks: Competitive health insurance, meal card options, Monday team breakfasts, and local discounts in the heart of Barcelona.

At EU Business School, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is valued and respected. Our hiring practices ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, and we actively promote a workplace that is accessible, supportive, and free from discrimination.

We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in creating a more inclusive future.