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Senior Accounting Specialist (US GAAP)

On-site in Madrid·Added 23 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Agency
Michael Page España

1393 open roles

Overview

Salary
€45,000 - €50,000 a year

About €2,720 - €2,960 a month after tax.

Contract
Permanent contract
English
Required
Benefits
Private health insurance

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Skills

Requirements

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented mindset.
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Team player with a collaborative approach.

    Pay & benefits

    • Salary range: €45,000 - €50,000 Fixed Salary.
    • Annual bonus scheme.
    • International and fast-growing technology company.
    • Private health insurance.
    • Flexible working environment.
    • Excellent career development opportunities.
    • Exposure to a dynamic and high-performing finance team.

    The role

    Resumen

    A fast-growing international technology company is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist US to join its Finance team in Madrid. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in Accounting, with a strong background in US GAAP accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, AP/AR and tax compliance. A high level of English is mandatory, as is previous experience working for a US company or managing the accounting of a US legal entity.
    • Previous experience working for a US company managing US accounting processes.
    • High level of English is mandatory

    ¿Dónde vas a trabajar?

    A fast-growing international technology company is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist US to join its Finance team in Madrid. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in Accounting, with a strong background in US GAAP accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, AP/AR and tax compliance. A high level of English is mandatory, as is previous experience working for a US company or managing the accounting of a US legal entity.

    Descripción

    Reporting to the VP Finance Operations, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

    Financial Operations

    • Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
    • Review and process employee expense reports and payment requests.
    • Support daily accounting activities related to the US business operations.
    • Assist in maintaining accurate accounting records and documentation.

    Accounting & Reconciliations

    • Perform accounting entries and ensure the integrity of financial information.
    • Prepare and review bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
    • Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
    • Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

    Financial Reporting

    • Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and management reporting packages.
    • Provide accurate financial data to support decision-making.
    • Prepare supporting schedules and documentation required by management and auditors.
    • Collaborate with different stakeholders to improve reporting processes and efficiency.

    Tax Compliance

    • Support the preparation and submission of tax-related documentation for the US market.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable US tax regulations and reporting requirements.
    • Collaborate with external advisors and internal teams on tax matters.
    • Support indirect tax processes using platforms such as Avalara.

    Audit & Internal Controls

    • Assist in the preparation of external and internal audit documentation.
    • Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures.
    • Support the implementation and monitoring of financial controls.
    • Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the finance function.

    Systems & Process Improvement

    • Work with ERP systems, primarily NetSuite, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
    • Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounting processes.
    • Support finance transformation initiatives and system enhancements.
    • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

    Cross-functional Collaboration

    • Partner with teams across Sales, Operations, Business Intelligence and Finance.
    • Provide financial support and accounting guidance to internal stakeholders.
    • Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

    ¿A quién buscamos (H/M/D)?

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • High attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
    • Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented mindset.
    • High level of integrity and confidentiality.
    • Team player with a collaborative approach.

      ¿Cuáles son tus beneficios?

      • Salary range: €45,000 - €50,000 Fixed Salary.
      • Annual bonus scheme.
      • International and fast-growing technology company.
      • Private health insurance.
      • Flexible working environment.
      • Excellent career development opportunities.
      • Exposure to a dynamic and high-performing finance team.

      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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