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On-site in Madrid·Added 2 months ago
Still open when we checked on 24 Sept
Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak native-level Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 7+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Formación académica: Grado en ADE, Economía o Finanzas.” — per the ad.
Skills
This job was automatically translated to English.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Must-Haves:
- Education: Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Finance.
- Minimum Experience: At least 7 years of total experience, with 3 years in accounting leadership roles and experience managing people.
- Professional Background: Solid experience in the Audit sector (Big 4 or similar) or in finance departments of multinational companies with matrix structures, in Accounting functions.
- Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in SAP (mandatory), strong knowledge of IFRS and Local GAAP, and experience in international Reporting.
- Languages: Professional level of English (C1) for international communication, and native or bilingual Spanish.
- Team Management: Previous experience leading or coordinating small teams and working with international Shared Services Centers (SSC).
- Competencies: Audit mindset, resilience under tight deadlines, process-oriented vision, and influencing skills.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience in financial automation projects and process harmonization.
- Previous experience in Credit and Collections areas.
The role
We are looking for an Accounting Manager with a strategic and transformative vision to lead the accounting and compliance area in the Iberia Cluster. In this critical role, you will not only ensure the integrity of financial information under local and international regulations (IFRS), but you will also be the driving force behind the change towards a new financial operating model. Reporting matrix-style to the CFO of Iberia and the Head of Finance for the Cluster, you will have the opportunity to lead automation projects and process harmonization in a high-level multinational environment. If you have an audit mindset, the ability to manage demanding priorities, and a passion for excellence in corporate governance, this is the ideal challenge to take your career to the next level in a leading company in its sector.
What you'll do
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial information
- Lead the harmonization of processes and the implementation of the new financial operating model (Finance Transformation).
- Manage and oversee the monthly accounting close process and international reporting under IFRS and Local GAAP standards.
- Coordinate and develop the Iberia accounting team, fostering a high-performance environment and continuous improvement.
- Oversee compliance with tax matters (Tax), governance, and transfer pricing.
- Act as a key point of contact for Global Services, external audit, tax inspections, and international stakeholders.
- Ensure the proper execution of internal controls and compliance with the governance frameworks established by the group.
- Drive financial automation projects and process optimization.
About Catenon
Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.
Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.
- Industry
- Recruitment
- Website
- catenon.com
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