Global Accounting Manager: Close, Compliance & Automation

EF; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EF is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own monthly close, statutory accounting, VAT and tax compliance, and process improvement. You will work with the finance operations team, BPO provider, and external advisors to ensure accurate and complete financials across multiple entities.

You will lead R2R activities, drive standardization, and collaborate with regional, local, and centralized teams to support EF’s international operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• Strong technical understanding of accounting principles and controls.
• Solid understanding of Spanish GAAP, VAT, and statutory requirements.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Experience in a matrix organization and/or shared service environment.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for several companies.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of trial balances, reconciliations, and monthly and year-end close.
• Support preparation of VAT, CIT, and statutory filings (in collaboration with external advisors).
• Act as liaison to the BPO provider for R2R, O2C, and P2P performance.
• Prepare audit materials and internal reports, ensuring compliance with internal control standards.
• Contribute to standardization, automation, and system rollouts.

Skills

English & Spanish fluency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Finance/Accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

EF is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to own monthly close, statutory accounting, VAT and tax compliance, and process improvement. You will work with the finance operations team, BPO provider, and external advisors to ensure accurate and complete financials across multiple entities.

You will lead R2R activities, drive standardization, and collaborate with regional, local, and centralized teams to support EF’s international operations.