Head of Accounting

Akkar; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in Barcelona is seeking a Head of Accounting to lead financial operations and ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of finance experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive business growth through strategic financial planning and effective team management.

Formación

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience including leadership roles.
• Solid command of IFRS and local GAAP.
• Expertise across consolidation, treasury, tax compliance, and internal controls.

Responsabilidades

• Lead group accounting & consolidation under IFRS/local GAAP.
• Manage treasury operations and oversee global tax compliance.
• Drive strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

Conocimientos

Analytical Mindset

Problem-Solving

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Herramientas

ERP Systems

Descripción del empleo

A leading company in Barcelona seeks a Head of Accounting to lead financial operations, ensuring compliance and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of IFRS and local GAAP. This role involves managing a high-performing finance team, optimizing financial processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive business growth.

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in leadership roles.
• Solid command of IFRS and local GAAP.
• Lead group accounting & consolidation under IFRS/local GAAP.
• Manage treasury operations and oversee tax compliance globally.

Analytical Mindset

Problem-Solving

Communication

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance

ERP Systems

Head of Accounting

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What You’ll Do:

• Lead group accounting & consolidation under IFRS/local GAAP, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
• Manage treasury operations, from liquidity planning and working capital optimization to banking relationships and hedging strategies.
• Oversee tax compliance globally, leading filings, planning, and structuring efforts across all jurisdictions.
• Establish robust financial controls, safeguarding company assets and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Drive strategic financial planning (FP&A)—budgeting, forecasting, and delivering insights that inform business decisions.
• Identify and manage financial risks, developing mitigation strategies in partnership with executive leadership.
• Serve as a key contact for internal and external financial stakeholders including auditors, tax authorities, and investors.
• Lead systems and process improvements—optimizing ERP and consolidation tools, and digitizing finance workflows.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team across multiple regions, fostering growth and accountability.
• Align finance with business strategy, working closely with operational leaders to ensure financial health and growth.

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles in complex, fast-paced environments.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Solid command of IFRS and local GAAP, with exposure to international group structures a strong plus.
• Expertise across key areas: consolidation, treasury, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Proven ability to collaborate with auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
• Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial consolidation tools; you’re comfortable with digital finance environments.
• A professional finance designation such as CPA, ACCA, or Chartered Accountant is preferred.
• Experience supporting or leading M&A transactions is a valuable advantage.

Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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