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Senior Accountant & Tax Advisor

On-site in Barcelona·Added 14 days ago

Still open when we checked on 30 Sept

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Marlex Recruiting doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Formación en ADE, Economía, Finanzas, Contabilidad o similar.” — per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What are we looking for?

  • Education in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or similar.
  • Solid experience in the accounting-tax area, ideally developed in a professional firm, consultancy, or professional services firm.
  • Very good command of Spanish accounting and taxation.
  • Experience managing a portfolio of companies with autonomy.
  • Experience working with international clients or foreign companies with a presence in Spain.
  • High professional English, essential for holding meetings, handling inquiries, and communicating regularly with international clients.
  • Ability to understand client needs beyond mere compliance with recurring obligations.
  • Autonomous, organized, and rigorous profile with good communication skills.

Nice to have

The following will be especially valued

Experience in International Desk / International Accounting & Tax teams, working with Spanish subsidiaries of foreign groups or supporting international companies in their implementation and operations in Spain.

The role

Senior Accountant & Tax Advisor | BCN

We are looking to hire a senior professional with solid experience in accounting and tax advisory for companies, especially international companies and groups with activity or implementation processes in Spain.

We are looking for a profile with a high technical level, capable of autonomously managing a client portfolio and becoming their reference interlocutor in Spain, accompanying them both in the fulfillment of their accounting and tax obligations and in the various needs that may arise from their activity.

What you'll do

What will you do?

You will comprehensively manage a client portfolio, with a special emphasis on foreign companies and international groups, being responsible for:

  • Supervision and/or preparation of general corporate accounting: monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, reconciliations, accruals, depreciation, and balance sheet review.
  • Preparation and review of annual accounts and official books.
  • Preparation, review, and filing of the main recurring tax obligations: VAT, withholdings, installment payments, Corporate Tax, and informative returns.
  • Analysis and resolution of accounting and tax inquiries from clients.
  • Support for foreign companies starting or developing their activity in Spain, advising them on the accounting and tax implications of their local operations.
  • Coordination with finance teams or managers at international parent companies, providing information, reporting, and explanations regarding the activity of the Spanish company.
  • Handling of requirements and communications with the Tax Administration.
  • Coordination with other areas of the firm when the client requires multidisciplinary advisory.
  • Direct and recurring relationship with the client, acting as a trusted interlocutor in accounting and tax matters.

About Marlex Recruiting

Marlex Recruiting is a Spanish recruitment and staffing agency based in Girona, specializing in connecting companies with qualified professionals across various sectors, including industrial, engineering, IT, and commercial roles. With a strong presence in the Catalan region, Marlex provides both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, leveraging a deep understanding of the local job market to serve both clients and candidates effectively.

For international professionals, Marlex offers a gateway to opportunities in Spain, particularly in the dynamic industrial and tech hubs of Catalonia. The company's work culture is client-focused and results-driven, with a team of recruiters who are experienced in navigating the Spanish labor market. While Marlex primarily serves the local market, its services can be valuable for international candidates seeking employment in Spain, especially in the Girona and Barcelona areas.

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