Invoice Controller - Oil & Gas

Akkodis; Gijón; Remote; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to lead accounting operations on a fully remote basis within Spain, including budgeting, reporting, and tax compliance. The role demands strong IFRS and Spanish GAAP knowledge and experience managing distributed teams.

The position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package. Barcelona presence noted; leadership expectations include strategic insights to senior management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in accounting/finance with controller or senior role
• Experience with Spanish GAAP and IFRS
• Experience leading distributed remote teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor's or Master’s in Accounting/Finance; CPA/ACCA preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations: AP, AR, GL, payroll
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual financial statements per GAAP/IFRS
• Develop accounting policies to improve internal controls
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis
• Mentor accounting team and coordinate external audits
• Ensure tax compliance and reporting requirements
• Implement and manage financial systems and software

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Excel (Advanced)

IFRS knowledge

Spanish GAAP

English and Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client, a rapidly expanding multinational corporation with a strong operational base in Barcelona, is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join their team. This is a fully remote leadership position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Spain while overseeing critical financial functions. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of accounting operations, ensuring financial compliance, driving process improvements, and providing strategic financial insights to senior management. This role is crucial for maintaining financial health and supporting the company's growth trajectory.

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding multinational corporation with a strong operational base in Barcelona, is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join their team. This is a fully remote leadership position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Spain while overseeing critical financial functions. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of accounting operations, ensuring financial compliance, driving process improvements, and providing strategic financial insights to senior management. This role is crucial for maintaining financial health and supporting the company's growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Spanish GAAP and IFRS.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Coordinate and support external audits.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to support business decisions.
• Implement and manage financial systems and software.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a significant portion in a controller or senior accounting management role.
• Proven experience with Spanish GAAP and IFRS.
• Expertise in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement financial controls.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish and English is essential.

Benefits

This role offers the ultimate flexibility of being fully remote, allowing you to design your ideal work environment. You will receive a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package. As the Financial Controller, you will have a direct impact on the financial strategy and success of a growing international company with a significant presence in Barcelona. Enjoy opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement. Join a collaborative and innovative team that values your expertise and contributions.