Chief Accounting Officer

Publicis Groupe ANZ; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multinational corporation is seeking a CAO to lead the accounting and tax strategy across the Iberia region. The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage multidisciplinary teams. A degree in accounting or finance, along with over 7 years of relevant experience in multinational environments, is required. Proficiency in English and knowledge of Iberian tax legislation are essential. This role offers a professional development opportunity and a friendly working atmosphere.

Servicios

Cofinancing of leisure time

Opportunity for professional development

Culture of dialogue and openness to initiative

Work-life balance

Formación

• Over 7 years of experience in similar roles within multinational environments.
• Proven experience in Spain and Portugal (Iberia region).
• Advanced English proficiency (minimum C1), both written and spoken.
• Deep knowledge of tax and accounting legislation in Iberia.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee general accounting and preparation of annual accounts in Spain and Portugal.
• Design and implement efficient tax models aligned with local legislation.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of the EINF.
• Ensure compliance with international and local accounting standards.
• Manage internal and external audits.
• Advise senior management on strategic accounting and tax matters.

Conocimientos

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

Proactivity

Educación

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Herramientas

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)

Descripción del empleo

Overview

CAO role is responsible for leading the accounting and tax strategy across the Iberia region (Spain and Portugal), ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and tax optimization. This role combines strategic vision with technical execution and plays a key part in the development of tax models, annual accounts, and Non-Financial Information Statements (EINF).

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting, financial consolidation, and preparation of annual accounts in Spain and Portugal.
• Design and implement efficient tax models aligned with local legislation.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of the EINF, ensuring alignment with ESG standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with international (IFRS, US GAAP) and local accounting standards.
• Manage internal and external audits, and liaise with tax authorities in Iberia.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting.
• Advise senior management on strategic accounting and tax matters.
• Identify and mitigate tax and accounting risks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Over 7 years of experience in similar roles within multinational environments.
• Proven experience in Spain and Portugal (Iberia region).
• Advanced English proficiency (minimum C1), both written and spoken.
• Deep knowledge of tax and accounting legislation in Iberia.
• Experience in developing EINF and tax models.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and analytical mindset.
• Leadership and team management.
• Technical rigor and professional ethics.
• Effective communication with international stakeholders.
• Proactivity and results orientation.
• Adaptability to multicultural and dynamic environments.

Additional information

• Employment contract
• Cofinancing of leisure time
• Opportunity for professional development
• International cooperation
• Culture of dialogue and openness to initiative
• Friendly working atmosphere
• Work-life balance
• No dress code