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Financial Accountant

Remote, Barcelona·Full-time·Added yesterday

Welocalize

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Fully remote
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Welocalize doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Have 2+ years of experience
Junior-level role.
University degree
“Accounting qualification – newly qualified or experienced with 2-3 years of working in similar environment” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Proficiency in Workday would be an advantage (or similar ERP software), proficient MS Excel skills (use of pivot tables, excellent knowledge of formulas) is essential.
Knowledge, understanding and application of EU VAT regulation and reporting
Accounting qualification – newly qualified or experienced with 2-3 years of working in similar environment
Ability to work in an international remote team
Qualified Accountant
Proven track of experience in Accounts roles/functions
Transfer pricing knowledge
Committed, flexible and enthusiastic, team player
Ability to take initiative

The role

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our multinational, multi-currency European Finance team. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, organised and flexible. We are looking for someone that has excellent interpersonal skills and ability to prioritise with a strong focus on quality, team work and adherence to global deadlines. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential.

What you'll do

Strong Financial Accounting knowledge with robust experience in preparing monthly financial statements as this position will own the entire financial reporting cycle for multiple European legal entities
Revenue and regulatory filings, both US Gaap and local statutory
Management of outsource payroll providers, local payroll and employer taxes reporting monthly
Global Transfer Pricing, working with external providers to produce annual TP documentation per country within the organisation
Provision of data for multi-currency weekly, monthly and forecast working capital requirements
Preparation and analysis of Trial Balance and Financial Statements
Detailed review of Trial Balance
Monthly reporting requirements
Knowledge of IFRS / FRS102
Budget to Actual analysis
Assistance in the preparation of audit and corporation taxations requirements and liaison with team leads
Ad hoc projects with the wider Accounting team

About Welocalize

Welocalize is a global leader in language services and localization technology, helping brands adapt their content, products, and AI models for international markets. With a workforce of over 500,000 linguists and subject matter experts worldwide, the company provides translation, transcreation, data annotation, and AI training services to clients across industries such as technology, life sciences, and media. Headquartered in Frederick, Maryland, USA, Welocalize operates globally with a strong focus on AI-driven localization solutions.

In Spain, Welocalize has a significant presence, offering numerous remote and hybrid roles for Spanish, Catalan, Basque, and Galician speakers. The company is a major employer for international professionals, particularly those with multilingual skills, as it frequently hires for AI training, quality evaluation, and localization projects. Work culture is remote-friendly and project-based, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking flexible work arrangements while contributing to cutting-edge AI and localization initiatives.

Industry: Localization Tech
Founded: 1997
Employees: 500,000+
Headquarters: Frederick, USA
Website: welocalize.com

Good to know if you are moving

Welocalize offers fully remote roles, allowing international professionals to work from Spain without relocation.
The company frequently hires for AI training and data annotation projects, which are ideal for linguists and tech-savvy professionals.
Spanish, Catalan, Basque, and Galician speakers are in high demand for various localization and quality assurance roles.
Welocalize provides flexible freelance and contract opportunities, making it suitable for those seeking portfolio careers.
The company has a global presence with clients in major industries, offering exposure to international projects.

In their own words

About the company & team

Welo Global is a leader in multilingual AI, technology, and content solutions serving over 2,000 clients in 300 languages. The company combines globally scaled multilingual infrastructure, including a network of over 500,000 linguists and domain experts, with advanced NLP, computational linguistics, and best-in-class compliance backed by seven ISO certifications. Welo Global's five brands-Welocalize (multilingual content and localization services for global enterprises), Park IP (intellectual property and patent translation services for law firms and corporate legal teams), Welo Life Sciences (regulated language and compliance-aligned content solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations), Adapt (multilingual performance-led digital marketing agency), and Welo Data (multilingual data generation, evaluation, and human data infrastructure for AI systems)-serve distinct customer segments with purpose-built expertise, fit-for-purpose solutions, and supporting technology. weloglobal.com

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