General Ledger Accountant with Spanish and English

Michael Page; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen

On-site gym

Parking

Private health insurance

Transport card

Childcare vouchers

Pension plan

Employee e-shop

Gift box

Remote work allowance

Job summary

Michael Page is looking for a General Accountant for our Barcelona Global Finance Services to support the group on all financial matters, overseeing the general ledger and acting as the single point of contact for Local Controllers.

You will handle month-, quarter-, and year-end closes, balance sheet controls, cash planning, tax accounting, audits, and budgeting, in a dynamic, international setting with a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities.
• Ensure closing procedures and Group accounting rules are followed.
• Manage quarterly intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare, verify and submit Group reporting.
• Maintain reliable balance sheet information per group and statutory standards.
• Participate in internal controls to ensure policy compliance.
• Prepare monthly cash forecasts and analyze deviations.
• Ensure timely completion of tax obligations and reporting.
• Lead the audit process with internal and external auditors.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for subsidiaries.

Job description

• International Company
• Permanent Contract

Our client is a leading international company operating in the premium beauty and fashion industry, with a strong presence across global markets. The organization is recognized for its iconic brands, innovation, and commitment to excellence, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment for professionals looking to grow their careers in a highly competitive sector.

Mission

Reporting to the Group Accounting Manager and as part of Global Finance Services located in Barcelona, this role will be responsible for supporting a company or group of companies on all financial matters. We are seeking a General Accountant to support and oversee the general ledger, as well as key financial information. This person will act as the single point of contact for Local Controllers, assisting them to ensure all financial requirements and policies are properly applied within the companies under their scope.

Monthly Closing Process & Reporting

• Execute all accounting activities related to month-, quarter-, and year-end close
• Ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with closing procedures and Group accounting rules
• Manage quarterly intercompany reconciliations
• Prepare, verify, and submit Group reporting

Balance Sheet Contol

• Ensure the Balance Sheet contains reliable and accurate information in line with Group and statutory standards
• Perform internal control activities to ensure compliance with Group policies

Cash Planning

• Prepare monthly cash forecasts and perform deviation analysis

Taxes

• Ensure timely completion of all tax obligations and reporting
• Manage tax accounting

Audit Process & Statutory Reporting

• Lead the audit process with internal and external auditors
• Maintain a second set of accounting books to ensure statutory reporting in accordance with local accounting standards

Budgeting & Forecasting Process

• Prepare Balance Sheet and cash budgeting and forecasting
• Support Local Controllers in subsidiary planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes

Conditions

• Flexible working hours: start time between 7:30 and 10:00. From Monday to Thursday, employees work 8 hours and 30 minutes of effective working time (plus a 40-minute break for lunch and coffee). On Fridays, there is a 6-hour intensive working day with flexible start time between 7:30 and 9:30.
• Hybrid work policy: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. It is not necessary to have passed the probation period; employees only need to comply with company policies. Remote work is not permitted from abroad or from locations more than 3 hours away from the office.
• 22 working days of annual leave.

Benefits

• Subsidized canteen offering a full menu for €3.60 (deducted directly from payroll).
• On-site gym, plus guided classes outside working hours for €18/month.
• Parking available.
• Flexible compensation plan including private health insurance, transport card, and childcare vouchers (paid through payroll).
• Pension plan with Banco Santander (fully transferable to the employee upon departure).
• Employee e-shop with discounts on company products.
• Christmas gift box with company products valued at over €1,000.
• Remote work allowance of €200 during the first month.