Accounting Manager

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We are currently seeking a seasoned AP & Accounting Lead to direct and safeguard the financial backbone of our Barcelona campus. Positioned as a critical, second-in-command role within the finance department, this is a highly hands-on mandate designed for a resilient and meticulous professional accustomed to the rigors of a demanding, fast-paced corporate environment.
The successful candidate will bring a minimum of three years of managerial experience, offering strategic oversight of the full Accounts Payable cycle, ensuring stringent tax compliance, and managing daily financial operations with executive-level precision.
Main Responsibilities1) Strategic Leadership & Departmental ManagementOperational Autonomy: Direct the AP and Accounting functions with a results-oriented approach, ensuring all financial KPIs are consistently met with a high degree of independence and professional judgment.
Digital Transformation: Proactively assess and identify opportunities for automation and process optimization within the accounting framework to drive long-term institutional efficiency.
Cultivate a high-performing and accountable environment by mentoring team members, managing performance, and fostering continuous professional growth.2) Financial Operations & ComplianceFull-Cycle Accounting: Execute month-end and year-end closing procedures with absolute precision, safeguarding the comprehensive integrity of the General Ledger.
Accounts Payable Governance: Oversee and validate supplier invoice processing via Sage X3, enforcing rigorous adherence to approval workflows and maintaining highly accurate aging reports.
Fiscal Compliance & Audit Oversight: Manage all corporate tax obligations and facilitate external audit requirements, ensuring strict alignment with the Spanish PGC (Plan General Contable) and internal corporate regulations.
Payroll & Treasury: Co-lead daily treasury operations—including cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations—and accurately execute complex accounting entries for payroll.3) Data Integrity & Corporate GovernanceAdvanced Analytical Modelling: Utilize complex Excel frameworks to architect structured financial reports, delivering reliable, data-driven insights to facilitate executive decision-making.
Uphold and enforce all internal corporate governance standards, serving as the primary authority on company regulations regarding employee travel and expense management.
Cross-Functional Continuity: Act as a comprehensive financial partner by providing essential, hands-on support to the Accounts Receivable (AR) department as needed, ensuring total operational coverage and departmental synergy.
A minimum of 3-4 years in AP and Accounting (with at least 2-3 years directly executing monthly/yearly closures), including supervisory or leadership roles.

Education:
University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Sage X3 and Excel (complex formulas, data modelling, and pivot tables) is strictly required.
Language

Skills:
Full professional proficiency in English (corporate language) and Spanish (regulatory and supplier interactions). A permanent, 36-hour weekly contract featuring reduced hours on Fridays and throughout summer.
Hybrid Flexibility: 1 day of remote work per week.
Professional Home: A multicultural environment offering immense job stability and the opportunity to become an irreplaceable operational pillar, rather than focusing on vertical corporate climbing.
Perks: Competitive health insurance, meal card options, Monday team breakfasts, and local discounts in the heart of Barcelona.
At EU Business School, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is valued and respected.