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Senior Accountant – Accounting, Tax & Internal Control

Hybrid in San Sebastián de los Reyes·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 23 Oct)

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Randstad España

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Our summary

Salary: €40,000 - €45,000 a year
About €2,470 - €2,720 a month after tax.
Hours: Jornada intensiva on Fridays
Work mode: Hybrid, San Sebastián de los Reyes
Contract: Fixed-term, full-time hours
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or similar.

5+ years of experience in accounting (a combination of Big 4 and multinational is highly valued).

Proficiency in PGC and IFRS (including PGC-IFRS conversion) and Spanish/EU taxation.

Proficiency in Tableau and advanced Excel.

Experience with ERPs: Oracle NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle (NetSuite is a plus).

Experience in internal control frameworks (SCIIF / SOX) and audit management.

Fluent Spanish and advanced English (spoken and written).

Nice to have

Master's in Accounting/Auditing/Taxation or accreditation (ROAC, ACCA, CPA).

Use of HFM or other consolidation tools.

Previous experience in the energy, solar, or industrial sector.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💰 Salary: €40,000 – €45,000 gross/year (negotiable).

🚌 Transport: Free shuttles to the office from Atocha, Nuevos Ministerios, and Plaza de Castilla + Parking available if you drive.

The role

🚀 We are looking for a Senior Accountant for a multinational group in the Energy sector in Madrid! ⚡

What you'll do

Accounting and Reporting

Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closings for Spanish entities (accurately and on time).

Prepare local annual accounts under PGC (annual accounts, notes to the financial statements, and management report).

Prepare reporting for the Group under IFRS, including the reconciliation and adjustments from PGC to IFRS.

Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts (intercompany, GR/IR, accruals, fixed assets, and inventory).

Prepare cash flow analyses and provide support for budgets, forecasting, and management reports.

Preparation and analysis of reports using Tableau.

Taxation

Prepare or review direct and indirect taxation: Corporate Tax (Mod. 200/202), VAT (303/390, SII), withholdings (111/115/190/180), and informative returns (347/349).

Calculate current and deferred tax under PGC and IFRS (IAS 12).

Provide support in transfer pricing documentation and intercompany policies with external advisors.

Handle inspections and requirements from the Tax Agency.

Audit

Be the main contact for external auditors (statutory and Group).

Prepare working papers, PBC lists, and support; follow up on findings.

Provide support to internal audit and implement corrective plans.

Internal Control and Compliance

Ensure local and Group accounting, tax, and regulatory compliance.

Design, document, and test key financial controls (SCIIF / SOX-type framework) and segregation of duties.

Identify control gaps and propose process improvements.

Keep accounting policies and procedures (SOPs) up to date.

Collaboration

Direct work with Group Finance, Shared Service Centers, Supply Chain, Sales, and Legal.

Support continuous improvement, automation, and ERP optimization projects.

How you'll work

📝 Hiring: Initial temporary contract + subsequent transition to permanent.

⏰ Flexible schedule and working day

Flexible start time from 08:00 to 10:00 (8.5-hour workday from Monday to Thursday).

Intensive 6-hour workday on Fridays.

🏡 Teleworking: Hybrid model with 3 days of teleworking per week (usual in-office days: Tuesday and Thursday).

Hiring process

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About Randstad España

Randstad España is the Spanish branch of Randstad N.V., a global leader in human resources and staffing solutions. The company provides a wide range of workforce solutions, including temporary and permanent placement, recruitment process outsourcing, and HR consulting. With a strong presence in Spain, Randstad España connects thousands of professionals with job opportunities across various sectors, including industrial, technical, and customer service roles.

For international professionals, Randstad España offers a gateway to the Spanish job market, with numerous openings in technical maintenance, customer service, and administrative roles. The company values diversity and inclusion, and its extensive network of offices across Spain ensures support for candidates seeking employment in different regions. Randstad's global reach and local expertise make it a reliable partner for those looking to relocate and work in Spain.