Chief Accountant / Senior Accountant

Catenon; Cataluña; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Accountant/Senior Accountant to lead finance and accounting activities in Barcelona. This pivotal role involves overseeing month-end close processes, managing relationships with tax service providers, and supervising a small accounting team. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of Spanish GAAP, coupled with a proven ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. With a flexible hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a modern office setting.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Opportunities for professional development

Modern office in Barcelona

Formación

• 4+ years of experience in accounting roles with a focus on Spanish GAAP.
• Ability to manage a small team and lead financial audits.

Responsabilidades

• Lead month-end close activities and ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage relationships with tax service providers and oversee annual audits.

Conocimientos

Spanish GAAP

Accounting

Financial Auditing

Process Improvement

Fluent English

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Finance

Herramientas

MS Excel

MS Dynamics

Descripción del empleo

Our client, a leading international company in the industrial sector operating throughout Europe, is currently looking for a Chief Accountant / Senior Accountant in Barcelona. In this key role, you will be the focal point for finance & accounting activities in the country.

Your responsibilities :

• Lead Month-End Close (MEC) activities and the preparation & submission of local Spanish statements.
• Ensure and manage the relationships with outsource Tax service providers.
• Manage the annual closing process and financial audit.
• Supervise a small accounting team.
• Reconcile General Ledger (GL), subsidiary ledger, and intercompany settlements to ensure accurate financial records & compliance.
• Continuously identify process improvements and implement best practices (including automation solutions and new tools / systems to enhance efficiency of external reporting).

Your profile :

• Deep technical accounting knowledge of Spanish GAAP.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Chief Accountant, Senior Accountant or Independent Accountant.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven ability to learn quickly, work independently, and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent English is a must.
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Dynamics is an advantage.

What you can expect in return :

• Attractive salary based on experience.
• Full-time position with an indefinite contract.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model (remote / office).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Modern office in the heart of Barcelona.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing, Finance, and Management