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Chief Accountant

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 5 days ago

EPAM

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    EPAM doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 7+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or equivalent” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Private health insurance
  • EPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan
  • 100% paid sick leave
  • Referral Program
  • Professional certification
  • Language courses

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or equivalent
  • Valid Spanish accounting/audit qualification (e.g. ROAC) or local equivalent of a CPA qualification
  • Minimum 7 years of accounting experience, gained at a multinational/international company or in audit services (Big4)
  • Excellent knowledge of statutory (Spanish GAAP) and IFRS/US-GAAP accounting standards
  • Proven ability to manage regular tax compliance, in particular VAT and Corporate Income Tax (CIT)
  • Strong, hands-on experience with SAP (a must), plus ERP and MS Office
  • Solid understanding of Taxation and Transfer Pricing principles
  • Experience operating within a Shared Services environment supporting multiple international entities
  • High integrity, strong analytical skills and a proactive, collaborative approach
  • Excellent written and spoken English; business-level Spanish

Nice to have

  • Further qualification in Taxation
  • Experience managing tax audits from a legal-entity perspective
  • US-GAAP reporting experience within a US-listed multinational
  • Familiarity with SOX controls

The role

We're looking for a Chief Accountant to strengthen our finance organization in Spain and take ownership of the accounting, statutory and tax compliance of our local legal entity. Reporting to the Country Controller, you will maintain a robust accounting framework under both local (Spanish GAAP) and US-GAAP, manage regular tax obligations - including VAT and Corporate Income Tax (CIT) - and work closely with our Global Shared Services Center (SSC) teams to ensure accurate, timely and compliant reporting.

This is a hybrid role based in Madrid, ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment. Join EPAM and play a key role in our finance function in Spain!

What you'll do

  • Maintain an effective accounting framework and related internal controls under both Local (Spanish GAAP) and US-GAAP, leveraging SAP and the EPAM Global Shared Services Center (SSC) teams
  • Review and analyze monthly results during each closing to ensure the accuracy of the reported Trial Balance, in coordination with the Country Controller
  • Perform monthly account reconciliations in line with corporate policy and SOX requirements
  • Manage regular tax compliance for the entity - in particular VAT and Corporate Income Tax (CIT) - preparing and reviewing periodic and annual filings and ensuring timely, accurate submission to the authorities
  • Monitor changes in local tax and accounting legislation and assess the impact on the entity's processes
  • Support the Country Controller in periodic Statutory-to-US-GAAP reconciliations and bridges for internal purposes
  • Coordinate the statutory audit process, ensuring quality information is available to auditors and reconciles with the financial statements
  • Respond to tax authority inquiries and support tax audits in coordination with the Country Controller and the EU Tax Director
  • Investigate accounting, control and finance issues, proactively driving resolution with relevant stakeholders
  • Support local operations, M&A integration activities and other ad-hoc finance matters as required

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews
  1. Apply

  2. Conversation with Talent Acquisition

    With a Talent Acquisition Specialist

    An introductory conversation with a Talent Acquisition Specialist.

  3. Technical interview

    Video call

    An online technical interview.

  4. Interview with the hiring manager

    With a hiring manager

    A general interview with the hiring manager.

  5. Offer

  • The block is a template on EPAM location pages; the Spain page itself does not show it.

About EPAM

EPAM Systems is a global leader in digital platform engineering and software development services, headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, USA. The company partners with a wide range of industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, and technology, to deliver innovative solutions in cloud, data, artificial intelligence, and enterprise platforms. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, EPAM is recognized as one of the largest IT services companies in the world, consistently ranked among the top providers in the industry.

In Spain, EPAM has established a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as key hubs for its European operations. The company is known for its collaborative and innovative work culture, offering opportunities for international professionals to work on cutting-edge projects with global teams. EPAM's Spain offices are particularly active in areas like SAP, cloud engineering, data engineering, and capital markets, making it an attractive destination for skilled IT professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry
IT Services
Founded
1993
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Newtown, USA
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
epam.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • EPAM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering opportunities for international professionals to work in Spain.
  • The company provides relocation support for international hires, including visa assistance and onboarding programs.
  • EPAM is known for its strong focus on professional development, with access to extensive training and certification programs.
  • The Spain offices work on global projects, giving employees exposure to diverse industries and technologies.
  • EPAM offers a flexible work environment, including remote and hybrid work options, which can ease the relocation process.
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