Finance & Accounting Analyst

Collective iQ; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 35.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance-based bonus

25 days of paid time off

Private health insurance

Hybrid working schedule

Relocation package

Free coffee, tea, and snacks

Descripción de la vacante

Collective iQ is seeking a Finance & Accounting Analyst to join our Barcelona team. This role involves daily finance operations, bookkeeping, and statutory compliance in a fast-paced startup environment.

Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and 2-4 years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, private health insurance, and performance-based bonuses.

Formación

• 2-4 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Familiarity with multi-entity and multi-currency operations.
• Experience with statutory compliance is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Process supplier payments and manage bookkeeping.
• Handle month-end and year-end closings.
• Support Accounts Receivable activities.

Conocimientos

MS Excel

Organisation

Communication

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Educación

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Herramientas

Xero

Google Sheets

Descripción del empleo

About Arbolus

Arbolus is the next‑generation customer diligence platform, redefining how private equity investors and consultants access real, actionable, and differentiated customer insight on SaaS and technology companies. At the core of our platform is the world’s largest database of attributable B2B customer reviews, giving investment and origination teams direct access to unique customer sentiment and a true strategic advantage to run faster, more confident diligence on the world’s leading software assets. Since 2018, we’ve redefined the traditional expert network model with a tech‑driven approach that delivers high‑impact insight at the speed of modern dealmaking. Arbolus stands out through its unique database of customer reviews accessible via the Arbolus Customer Review Library, Canopy, our market‑first automated Q&A tool, and our unmatched standard of client service, because great technology should always be backed by great people. Headquartered in London, Arbolus is a venture‑backed scale‑up with 170+ employees across four global hubs, including Barcelona, New York, and Gurgaon. Following a $20M Series B, we are rapidly expanding our U.S. presence as we execute our mission: to digitize human knowledge and make it instantly accessible and actionable.

About The Role

We are looking for a Finance & Accounting Analyst to join our team in Barcelona. This is a broad, hands‑on role covering daily operations, bookkeeping, supplier and customer finance operations, month‑end reporting, and statutory compliance. You will also support other group entities and contribute to the scalability of our global finance function through process improvements and system optimisation. You are a great fit if you have solid accounting knowledge, strong organisational skills, and enjoy working collaboratively across teams in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities You Will Be In Charge Of

• Process expert and supplier payments, including supporting the preparation of payment runs.
• Manage bookkeeping and reconciliations in Xero and Spendesk (expenses, cards, and vendor invoices).
• Handle month‑end and year‑end closings, including support with management accounts preparation.
• Support the finance helpdesk mailbox and Slack channels, answering supplier, client, and internal queries.
• Support Accounts Receivable activities, including invoicing and credit control.
• Liaise with third‑party accountants to ensure compliance with local statutory requirements (tax filings, VAT, audits) and maintain internal controls across finance operations.
• Partner with the global finance team on treasury, cash flow management, and cross‑functional finance support.
• Coordinate with finance counterparts across entities to standardise practices and share insights.
• Drive improvements in finance processes, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and system optimisation.
• Support ad‑hoc finance tasks and data analysis.

About You

We are looking for someone who can quickly learn new processes and tools, is data‑savvy, and is excited about working in a fast‑paced, growing tech startup. You are comfortable handling a variety of finance tasks, bring a proactive mindset to improving processes and systems, and can manage multiple priorities while collaborating with international teams.

Requirements To Succeed In This Role

• Degree or certification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; chartered accountancy or a master’s degree is a plus, but not required.
• 2-4 years of experience in a similar finance or accounting role, ideally within a multinational or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel / Google Sheets and workspace tools.
• Experience with accounting software (Xero preferred but not essential).
• Familiarity with multi‑entity and multi‑currency finance operations.
• Experience with statutory compliance (VAT, tax filings, audits) is a plus.
• Exposure to financial technology solutions, including ERP systems or data visualisation tools, is a plus.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Interest in data analysis and reporting.
• Collaborative, flexible, and proactive working style.
• Professional level of English required; additional European languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• Performance‑based bonus on top of your base salary
• 25 days of paid time off per year + all local bank holidays
• Flexibility with local bank holidays
• Private health insurance
• Flexible remuneration for meals and transport (Coverflex)
• Relocation package to help you with your move to Barcelona
• Top‑notch equipment to make our work efficient and smooth
• Free coffee, tea, and snacks to boost our energy during the day
• Last Monday of each month, we provide an office breakfast to start our week, and an office lunch voucher 2 days a week
• Regular social activities are managed by our local Social Committees
• Hybrid working schedule (3 days in the office and 2 days from home per week)
• Discounts for Kleta, Urban Sports, and various restaurants around the office

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Arbolus is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or adjustment in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put “Reasonable Adjustment” in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Note

Please note that we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. All job applicants must be authorised to work for any employer in the country where the position is indicated to be based.