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General Accountant with Spanish and English

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 24 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent contract
English
Required
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, gym access

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Skills

Requirements

Requirement

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar position.
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
  • Languages: English is required; Spanish is preferred but not mandatory. Additional languages are considered a plus.

Competencies

  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Able to work autonomously
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Continuous improvement orientation
  • Experience in finance integration projects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office
  • Solid understanding of IFRS standard

Pay & benefits

Conditions

  • Flexible working hours: start time between 7:30 and 10:00. From Monday to Thursday, employees work 8 hours and 30 minutes of effective working time (plus a 40-minute break for lunch and coffee). On Fridays, there is a 6-hour intensive working day with flexible start time between 7:30 and 9:30.
  • Hybrid work policy: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. It is not necessary to have passed the probation period; employees only need to comply with company policies. Remote work is not permitted from abroad or from locations more than 3 hours away from the office.
  • 22 working days of annual leave.

Benefits

  • Subsidized canteen offering a full menu for €3.60 (deducted directly from payroll).
  • On-site gym, plus guided classes outside working hours for €18/month.
  • Parking available.
  • Flexible compensation plan including private health insurance, transport card, and childcare vouchers (paid through payroll).
  • Pension plan with Banco Santander (fully transferable to the employee upon departure).
  • Employee e-shop with discounts on company products.
  • Christmas gift box with company products valued at over €1,000.
  • Remote work allowance of €200 during the first month.

The role

Resumen

General Accountant with Spanish and English
  • Great opportunity to boost your career in Accounting!
  • International Company in Barcelona

¿Dónde vas a trabajar?

Our client is a leading international company operating in the premium beauty and fashion industry, with a strong presence across global markets. The organization is recognized for its iconic brands, innovation, and commitment to excellence, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment for professionals looking to grow their careers in a highly competitive sector.

Descripción

Mission

Reporting to the Group Accounting Manager and as part of Global Finance Services located in Barcelona, this role will be responsible for supporting a company or group of companies on all financial matters.

We are seeking a General Accountant to support and oversee the general ledger, as well as key financial information. This person will act as the single point of contact for Local Controllers, assisting them to ensure all financial requirements and policies are properly applied within the companies under their scope.

Monthly Closing Process & Reporting

  • Execute all accounting activities related to month-, quarter-, and year-end close
  • Ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with closing procedures and Group accounting rules
  • Manage quarterly intercompany reconciliations
  • Prepare, verify, and submit Group reporting

Balance Sheet Contol

  • Ensure the Balance Sheet contains reliable and accurate information in line with Group and statutory standards
  • Perform internal control activities to ensure compliance with Group policies

Cash Planning

  • Prepare monthly cash forecasts and perform deviation analysis

Taxes

  • Ensure timely completion of all tax obligations and reporting
  • Manage tax accounting

Audit Process & Statutory Reporting

  • Lead the audit process with internal and external auditors
  • Maintain a second set of accounting books to ensure statutory reporting in accordance with local accounting standards

Budgeting & Forecasting Process

  • Prepare Balance Sheet and cash budgeting and forecasting
  • Support Local Controllers in subsidiary planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes

¿A quién buscamos (H/M/D)?

Requirement

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar position.
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
  • Languages: English is required; Spanish is preferred but not mandatory. Additional languages are considered a plus.

Competencies

  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • Able to work autonomously
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Continuous improvement orientation
  • Experience in finance integration projects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office
  • Solid understanding of IFRS standard

¿Cuáles son tus beneficios?

Conditions

  • Flexible working hours: start time between 7:30 and 10:00. From Monday to Thursday, employees work 8 hours and 30 minutes of effective working time (plus a 40-minute break for lunch and coffee). On Fridays, there is a 6-hour intensive working day with flexible start time between 7:30 and 9:30.
  • Hybrid work policy: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. It is not necessary to have passed the probation period; employees only need to comply with company policies. Remote work is not permitted from abroad or from locations more than 3 hours away from the office.
  • 22 working days of annual leave.

Benefits

  • Subsidized canteen offering a full menu for €3.60 (deducted directly from payroll).
  • On-site gym, plus guided classes outside working hours for €18/month.
  • Parking available.
  • Flexible compensation plan including private health insurance, transport card, and childcare vouchers (paid through payroll).
  • Pension plan with Banco Santander (fully transferable to the employee upon departure).
  • Employee e-shop with discounts on company products.
  • Christmas gift box with company products valued at over €1,000.
  • Remote work allowance of €200 during the first month.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews
  1. CV registration

  2. Consultant contact

    With a specialist Michael Page consultant

    If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.

  3. Company interview

    With a client company

    If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.

  4. Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

  • The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
  • Support continues after the contract is signed.
  • Michael Page cannot support every candidate; registering and keeping your profile up to date opens the door to future processes.

About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

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