Financial Controller

Pgls Llc; Valencia; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pgls Llc in Valencia, Spain is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead financial operations across the organization, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance while managing a small accounting team.

This role covers month-end close, multi-currency accounting, tax compliance, payroll, and collaboration with senior leadership to drive strategic financial decisions. Hybrid work arrangement with occasional travel to the Valencia office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5-7 years in accounting/finance with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Spanish accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Experience with international operations and multi-currency accounting.
• Proficient in SAP/QuickBooks/Xero and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bookkeeping and financial operations ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise and mentor an accounting assistant.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Manage payables and receivables and ensure timely processing.
• Oversee month- and year-end closes, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and international reporting.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.
• Develop internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Oversee payroll processing and compliance.
• Support international operations with multi-currency transactions.
• Collaborate with leadership on financial insights and strategy.
• Maintain organized financial records per policy and law.
• Attend in-office meetings at Valencia HQ as needed.

Skills

Multi-currency

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Spanish accounting standards

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA / CMA certification

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Xero

Excel

Job description

About the Company

We are a dynamic and growing Data Solutions company headquartered in Valencia, Spain. Our business operates with revenue generated both within the region and on an international scale, providing cutting-edge data-driven solutions to a diverse client base. We foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity and operational excellence. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our team and help drive our financial operations forward.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all bookkeeping and financial operations for the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations
• Supervise and mentor an accounting assistant, providing guidance, task delegation, and performance oversight
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reports, and forecasts on a regular basis
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Ensure compliance with local Spanish tax regulations as well as international financial reporting requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed
• Develop and implement internal financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets
• Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and financial planning activities to support business decision-making
• Manage payroll processing and related compliance requirements
• Support international financial operations, including multi-currency transactions and cross-border reporting
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations
• Maintain and organize financial records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements
• Attend in-office meetings and collaborative sessions at the Valencia headquarters on an as-needed basis

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of Spanish accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience with international financial operations and multi-currency accounting
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar platforms) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated experience managing or supervising accounting staff
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting
• Ability to work independently in a remote capacity while maintaining clear and consistent communication with the team
• Willingness and ability to travel to the Valencia, Spain office on an as-needed basis
• Fluency in Spanish is required; proficiency in English is strongly preferred
• Experience in the technology or data solutions industry is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders