GL Accountant

Sommet-Education; Málaga; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in hospitality education is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to lead their core accounting department. In this pivotal role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, develop policies, and collaborate with various departments to align business objectives. Your analytical skills and leadership abilities will be crucial in managing a team and enhancing financial performance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive efficiency and compliance. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you.

Formación

• 7+ years of professional accounting experience with knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with leadership capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily operations of the accounting department for accurate financial reporting.
• Develop accounting policies and collaborate with legal and finance departments.

Conocimientos

Accounting Principles (GAAP, IFRS)

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership Abilities

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Technical Skills

Herramientas

MS Excel

MS Dynamics

Descripción del empleo

Sommet Education is a hospitality management and pastry & culinary arts education group with over 1200 employees, comprising five leading brands: Glion Institute of Higher Education, Les Roches Global Hospitality Education, Ecole Ducasse, Invictus Group, and the Indian School of Hospitality. Our headquarters are based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with additional hubs in Marbella, Spain (Accounting), and London, UK (Enrolment, Marketing, and Digital).

We share core values: Development, Distinctiveness, Joint commitment, Openness, and Sense of service.

Qualifications:

1. Professional accounting experience with 7+ years post-qualified.
2. Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory standards.
3. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English, capable of presenting to senior leadership.
5. Proven leadership abilities to manage and motivate a team.
6. Experience with financial systems and software, with advanced Excel skills; MS Dynamics experience is a plus.
7. Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
8. Strong attention to detail, technical, and automation skills.
9. Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, flexible, team-oriented, and capable of managing priorities.
10. Experience in preparing VAT, corporate tax returns, and statutory financial statements in collaboration with tax advisors.
11. Consolidation experience is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee daily operations of the core accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
2. Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance.
3. Oversee preparation of financial statements and provide insights to leadership.
4. Analyze financial data and monitor KPIs to improve financial performance.
5. Collaborate with legal, strategic finance, and tax departments to align business objectives.
6. Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
7. Manage relationships with external auditors and facilitate audits.
8. Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations to the accounting team.
9. Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to improve processes.
10. Identify automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
11. Lead ad-hoc projects to add value and insights.
12. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare supporting documentation.
13. Assist with onboarding acquisition accounting and assessing financial status.
14. Support new processes and system implementations as needed.