Financial Controller

Olala!; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Olala! is a multinational hospitality and real estate group, delivering design-forward accommodations with technology-driven service. Since 1996, we have expanded to 17 cities, emphasizing global expertise and local insight.

We are seeking a senior accounting leader to oversee financial operations, audits, and compliance within our Spanish entities. You will manage a 4-person team, drive internal controls, and partner with external auditors to ensure rigorous statutory compliance across multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred.
• 5–10+ years in accounting/finance with 3+ years in leadership.
• Experience with financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial automation tools.
• Fluent Spanish; advanced English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day accounting activities including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes with full analysis.
• Manage cash flow planning and working capital.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls.
• Lead end-to-end statutory audits with external firms.
• Own Spanish-specific tax compliance (CIT, VAT, withholding taxes).
• Oversee 15+ Spanish group companies; supervise a 4-person team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial modeling

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Holded ERP

ERP systems

Financial automation tools

Excel

Job description

About Olala!

Olala! is an international hospitality and real estate group, developing, owning, and operating hotels, vacation rentals, and food & beverage concepts worldwide.

Since 1996, we have built a presence in 17 cities worldwide, combining global expertise with local insight. Our mission is to deliver smart, technology-driven, and design-forward accommodations that meet the needs of today’s traveler while upholding the highest standards of service.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day accounting activities including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes. Prepare monthly fin package with full analysis of the results.
• Manage cash flow planning and working capital.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls.
• Implementing the company's ERP system Holded.
• Prepare yearly budget with coordination of all relevant departments.
• Lead end-to-end statutory audits with external audit firms.
• Own Spanish-specific tax compliance: Corporate Income Tax, VAT, withholding taxes, among others.
• Operate across a multi-entity environment comprising 15+ Spanish group companies.
• Supervise a 4-person accounting team.

Required Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field in SPAIN ; CPA required.
• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with financial reporting standards,audits , internal controls ,and compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial automation tools. ERP Experience - advantage
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formula-driven financial modeling - advantage
• Experience in the hospitality/real estate sector and with related PMS and payment platforms - advantage
• Proven experience managing external auditors through a full statutory audit cycle - advantage.

Languages

• Fluent Spanish and excellent command of the English language is a must.

Diversity and Sustainability

At Olala! we take pride in cultivating a vibrant and inclusive work environment that celebrates individuality and diversity. We believe that these are invaluable assets that fuel innovation, foster creativity and drive our overall success.

Additionally, we believe in taking action towards curving the impact that our company has on its environments. This includes implementing energy efficient practices and engaging in community projects that promote cultural preservation among others actions.

We look forward to receiving your application!

For more information about Olala! visit Olala.com and to keep up to date with Olala! news, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram!