Senior Accountant - Interim

Sabio-Group

Madrid

On-site

EUR 55,000 - 75,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Sabio Group in Madrid seeks a Senior Accountant for an interim period of around 6 months. The role focuses on multi-country accounting, statutory French GAAP reporting, and coordination of audits across Sabio France and related entities.

The Senior Accountant will oversee month-end close, intercompany transactions, payroll coordination, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance and timely delivery in a fast-growing CX technology group.

Qualifications

5-8+ years of accounting or finance experience.
Strong knowledge of French GAAP accounting.
Experience with audit processes and external audits.
Multi-entity / international environment experience.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end closing for Sabio France and related entities.
Post supplier and customer invoices; manage intercompany recharges.
Coordinate payroll across multiple countries and ensure accuracy.
Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
Support legal/compliance filings and analytics for management.

Skills

French language

English language

Spanish language

Audit capabilities

Analytical skills

Intercompany accounting

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Sage

Advanced Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant - Interim

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Madrid

Reporting To: Jorge Crespo

Description

At Sabio Group, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where employees thrive. Since 1998, we've built a dynamic culture that is both challenging and fun, driven by a team of ambitious, knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about leading the CX revolution. We're seeking creative, resourceful people to join our fast-growing organisation, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

We work with some of the world’s largest organisations across various industries, delivering exceptional digital customer experiences through our unique blend of expertise, technology, and insight. As one of Europe’s fastest-growing providers of CX transformation solutions, we’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse society we serve. Join us and help shape the future of customer experience.

We are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Senior Accountant for an interim period of around 6 months.

We look for people with the right cultural fit having what it takes to drive our business forward. We also look for people who are keen to develop new knowledge and skills, because our growth is ultimately dependent on yours. You will play an important role in driving change within our business, joining a department that is continually on a journey of change.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to manage accounting operations primarily for Sabio France, with additional support for entities such as Morocco and other European entities.

This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with French GAAP, and smooth execution of audits, payroll coordination, and month‑end close processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, audit experience, and the ability to operate in a multi‑entity, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Month-End Closing & Accounting

Lead the monthly closing process for Sabio France and related entities
Record and review:
- Cost accrals
- Holiday, pension, tax, and audit provisions
- Accounting, payroll, and overhead provisions
Manage:
- Prepayments (marketing, rent, insurance, MS/TECH/PS costs)
- Revenue recognition (MS backlog, TECH & PS based on financial follow‑up)
- Unbilled revenue accounting and reconciliations

2. Day-to-Day Accounting

Post supplier invoices and customer invoices (export/CFAST)
Manage intercompany transactions:
- Recharge payroll costs between entities (e.g., CC Maroc to France)
Support payment processes, including direct debits
Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
Perform analytical reviews and SNS reporting

3. Audit & Statutory Accounts

Pre-Audit & Statutory Preparation

Prepare French statutory accounts in coordination with BDO
Produce:
- FEC files
- PBC documentation
- French GAAP adjustments (bonuses, provisions, tax, commissions)
Review and validate statutory accounts prepared externally

Audit Management

Act as primary point of contact for:
- Local auditors
- Group auditors (Grant Thornton)
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing audit schedules
- Providing supporting documentation
- Explaining accounting processes and controls
- Investigating variances and unusual transactions
- Supporting implementation of audit recommendations

Legal & Compliance

Prepare legal documentation, including:
- Annual General Meeting (AG) documents
- Rapport de Gestion
Coordinate with advisors for filing statutory accounts and annexes

4. Credit Control

Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on overdue balances
Investigate and resolve payment issues and disputes
Collaborate with sales teams to manage client relationships

5. Payroll Coordination (Multi-Country)

Coordinate monthly payroll across multiple countries (France, Netherlands, Denmark, Italy, Morocco)
Manage payroll variables:
- Bonuses, overtime, absences, etc.
Reconcile payroll data with accounting entries
Act as a key contact for employees (payslips, taxes, holidays)
Support payment processes and reporting
Ensure timely distribution of payslips (where applicable)

6. Reporting & Compliance

Deliver monthly employee cost reporting
Support reporting obligations:
- Banque de France
- INSEE
Provide financial documentation for:
- Tender bids
- Internal and external stakeholders

7. Business Support

Respond to queries from country managers and internal stakeholders
Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and documentation
Contribute to improving accounting processes and controls

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

5-8+ years of experience in accounting or finance
Strong exposure to:
- French GAAP accounting
- Audit processes (external audits required)
- Multi-entity / international environments

Skills & Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of:
- Month-end closing
- Revenue recognition and accruals
- Balance sheet reconciliation
Strong understanding of statutory reporting and compliance in France
Experience working with external auditors and accounting firms (e.g., BDO, Big 4)
High attention to detail and analytical mindset

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