Associate Accountant France & Italy

art partner; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

art partner is seeking an Associate Accountant to manage accounting and reporting for France and support Italy, bridging local teams with a global HQ. You will own AP, closings, VAT coordination, payroll support, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, international setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with international stakeholders, and process improvements across e-invoicing and e-reporting initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting experience in structured environments.
• Strong knowledge of French GAAP (essential).
• Fluency in French and English.
• Experience in reporting, compliance, and financial closings.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, international environments.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable bookkeeping, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Coordination with local CPA for VAT and tax filings in France.
• Support in payroll and social security reporting.
• Ensuring financial accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Regular interaction with international stakeholders (Corporate Controller, auditors, etc.).
• Contributing to process improvements (e-invoicing, e-reporting implementation).

Skills

French fluency

English fluency

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

International environment

Job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your accounting career within an international and dynamic environment?

We are currently looking for an Associate Accountant to support the French and Italian entities, playing a key role in financial operations and acting as a bridge between local teams and a global HQ

Your impact in the role:

You will take ownership of accounting and reporting activities for France, while also supporting Italy, working closely with international stakeholders and contributing to the evolution of financial processes

What will you be doing?

• Accounts Payable bookkeeping, reconciliations, and reporting
• Participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual closings
• Coordination with local CPA for VAT and tax filings in France
• Support in payroll and social security reporting
• Ensuring financial accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Regular interaction with international stakeholders (Corporate Controller, auditors, etc.)
• Contributing to process improvements (e-invoicing, e-reporting implementation)

What we are looking for:

• 3–5 years of experience in accounting roles within structured environments
• Strong knowledge of French GAAP (essential)
• Experience in reporting, compliance, and financial closings
• Fluency in French and English
• High attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Ability to work in fast-paced, international environments

Nice to have:

• Exposure to multi-country environments
• Background in media, communication, creative, advertising, or fashion industries

• Candidate based outside Barcelona should be willing and able to relocate at their own expense

Why consider this opportunity?

• High-impact role with ownership and visibility
• Opportunity to be involved in financial process transformation