Accounting Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Puig. Barcelona · no salary stated · we estimate €27,750–€47,892 across Spain.
Puig has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Handle month-, quarter- and year-end accounting close tasks, following group procedures and accounting rules
- Reconcile intercompany balances each quarter and check balance sheet figures against group and statutory standards
- Coordinate with local controllers so accounting policies and financial requirements are applied across your assigned companies
- Prepare cash forecasts, investigate variances, and support subsidiary balance sheet and cash planning
- Manage tax reporting and obligations, lead audits, and maintain local-standard books for statutory reporting
What you bring
- You have three to five years in a comparable accounting role
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting is required
- You need working proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, plus a solid grasp of IFRS
- English is required; Spanish is preferred but optional
Who this fits
This role suits an autonomous accountant who can communicate clearly, analyze problems, and improve processes. You’ll work with local controllers and internal and external auditors in a multicultural setting. The position is based in Barcelona.
From the employer
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Group Accounting manager and as part of Global Finance Services located in Barcelona, s/he will be responsible for supporting a company or group of companies on all financial matters.
We are seeking a general accountant to be responsible for supporting and overseeing the general ledgers as well as key financial information. S/he 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 his/her scope.
Functions and Responsibilities
Monthly closing process & Reporting
- Execute all accounting activities related to month, quarter and year end close
- Ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with the closing procedures and group accounting rules
- Manage quarterly Inter-Company reconciliation
- Prepare, verify and submit group reporting
Balance Sheet control
- Ensure Balance Sheet statement contains reliable and accurate information according with Group and Statutory standards
- Internal control activities required to ensure compliance with Group policies
Cash planning
- Monthly cash forecasting and deviations analysis
Taxes
- Responsible for timely accomplishment of all company tax obligations and tax reporting
- Tax Accounting
Responsible for Audit process and Statutory Reporting
- Lead audit process with internal and external auditors
- Maintain a second set of accounting books to ensure Statutory Reporting according with accounting local standards
Budgeting & Forecasting process
- Balance Sheet and Cash budgeting and forecasting
- Support local controller on subsidiary planning, budgeting & forecasting process
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar position.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or Master degree in Accounting.
- Languages: English required, Spanish preferred but not mandatory. Additional languages are considered an asset.
- Competencies:
- Flexible and adaptable to changes
- Autonomous
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Process improvement
- Experience in Finance integration projects
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Specific Knowledge required: Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, solid understanding of IFRS standards.
¿Qué te aportaremos nosotros?
- Una cultura de trabajo emprendedora, creativa y acogedora
- Oportunidades de aprendizaje y desarrollo
- Una empresa internacional con muchas oportunidades de crecimiento profesional
- Un paquete competitivo de compensación y beneficios
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