General Accountant

Axis Communications; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology company is seeking a General Accountant to manage the accounting process for Spain and Portugal. You will handle financial records, ensure compliance with local regulations, and manage daily accounting activities. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of accounting experience and is fluent in both Spanish and English, with a degree in Business Administration or Finance. This role offers opportunities for career growth within an innovative and diverse environment.

Servicios

Meal vouchers

Health insurance for employees and families

Pension plan

100 days parental leave

Yearly Gym Allowance

Formación

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Fluent in Spanish and English; knowledge of Portuguese is advantageous.
• Experience in an accounting system, preferably IFS.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee full accounting process from A to Z.
• Book and reconcile daily and monthly accounting activities.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations.

Conocimientos

Accounting background

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Educación

Degree in Business Administration/Finance

Herramientas

IFS accounting system

Office 365

Descripción del empleo

Job Title

General Accountant Job Description

Axis has something great to offer!We are looking for our future colleague to fill the opening as General Accountant for Spain and Portugal. If you are passionate about accounting, making sure the books are clean and matching, and want to improve the way of working – you are exactly who we are looking for!

WHAT IS AXIS?

Axis is a fast-growing and innovative IT company with a global footprint. Our products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring based on innovative, modern, and open technology platforms. This is a Swedish-based company with around 5000 employees in more than 50 countries. Axis offers a multicultural workplace with an open corporate culture. We allow and spur our employees' independent thinking. Here we bring together talented and creative people working towards the same goal- innovating for a smarter, safer world!

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

The General Accountant is responsible for the full accounting process from A to Z: keeping and issuing all financial records for Axis Spain and Axis Portugal legal entities. These could be costs, mark-up invoices, accounts payable, accruals and provisions, payroll information, taxes, and social security.

From an operational point of view, the General Accountant books, oversees and reconciles all daily and month-to-month accounting activities in our ERP/accounting system, IFS. nevertheless, he/she has a responsibility in reporting, cost control, and internal control aspects.

This persontakes care of monthly reporting to HQ as well as the coordination around local statutory reporting. The role interfaces with e.g., HR and the Office Manager. Theywill also receive Power of Attorney to represent the company with banks, and external consultants regarding financial exercises, taxes, and legal regulations in the country.

• Supervise and update the general ledger with journal entries daily
• Close the general ledger monthly, and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Manage accounting module (IFS) closing at the end of each month
• Responsible for petty cash and cash flow management, asses, and depreciation
• Analyze deviations from one year to another, monthly
• Perform month-end closing reporting for the HQ and upload them in AARO
• Prepare monthly reconciliation in accounts receivables and payables
• Take part in the preparation of forecasts, which will be consolidated on the regional level
• Prepare monthly reconciliation and payment of all local taxes and social security obligations
• Stay up to date with changing local regulations and make sure the company is compliant
• Enhance the capabilities of our Accounting System (IFS) in close collaboration with our HQ office in Sweden, in order to improve the efficiency of our monthly routines

Occasional travel will be required, most probably within the region for occasional meetings or kick-off etc.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Our highest priority is to find a solid accounting accounting background acquired during previous roles, as well as the right personality and mindset who will fit Axis!We are looking for a pro‑active person that has strong sensefor details. We believe you are independent and don’t have any issues challenging “the status quo”. You are motivated by numbers, and you cry "happy tears" when documents, sheets, and reports are kept structured and clean. We also believe you are reliable and consistent in your way of keeping books and making your region compliant. Finally, we believe you are a team player who lovesto work together with your colleagues.

We’d love to hear that you have/are:

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting
• Fluency in Spanish and English language, written and spoken. Knowledge of Portuguese is a real advantage for the role. Italian is a nice to have.
• A degree in Business Administration/Finance or other equivalent education
• Experience in an accounting system, preferably IFS
• Excellent skills in Office 365, with Excel being the most important

WHAT CAN AXIS OFFER?

At Axis, you will be working within an international organisation surrounded by enthusiastic people in an open-minded and innovative culture. Besides this, Axis is proud to offer:

• Internal events in Spain, SEUR and EMEA region.
• Meal vouchers
• Health insurance for employees and their families
• Pension plan
• 100 days parental leave (gender neutral)
• Yearly Gym Allowance

READY TO ACT?

Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics nor age.

To be considered for this process, please submit your CV and Cover Letter in English.

Type of EmploymentPermanent Employment Posting End Date2026-02-22

About Axis Communications

We enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications.

With around 5000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working.

Let´s create a smarter, safer world

For more information about Axis, please visit our website www.axis.com.

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