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The Role

The AP Accounting Lead will be responsible for the integrity of the Barcelona campus’s financial backbone. This role is a highly hands‑on, second‑in‑command position designed for a patient, resilient professional who thrives in a demanding, fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate will oversee the full cycle of Accounts Payable process, from tax compliance to executing payroll entries.

1) Strategic Leadership & Departmental Management

- Operational Autonomy: Lead the AP and Accounting function with a results-oriented mindset, ensuring all financial KPIs are met without the need for constant supervision.
- Digital Transformation: Proactively identify opportunities for automation and process optimization within the accounting function to drive institutional efficiency.
- Team Stewardship: Cultivate a high-performing environment by fostering professional growth and maintaining departmental accountability.

2) Financial Operations & Compliance

- Full-Cycle Accounting: Execute month-end and year-end closing procedures with absolute precision, ensuring the integrity of the General Ledger.
- Accounts Payable Governance: Validate and process supplier invoices via Sage X3, ensuring rigorous adherence to approval workflows and maintaining an accurate aging report.
- Fiscal Compliance:



Oversee tax obligations and support external audit requirements in full alignment with Spanish PGC (Plan General Contable) and corporate regulations.
- Payroll & Treasury: Manage the accounting entries for payroll execution and co-lead daily treasury operations, including cash flow monitoring and bank reconciliations.

3) Data Integrity & Reporting

- Advanced Analytical Modelling: Utilize complex Excel workbooks to deliver structured financial reporting and data-driven insights for executive decision-making.
- Policy Enforcement: Uphold all internal corporate governance and company regulations, specifically regarding employee travel and expense management.
- Cross-Functional Continuity: Provide essential support to the Accounts Receivable department when necessary to ensure total operational coverage.

About You

- Experience: A minimum of 3-4 years in AP and Accounting (with at least 2-3 years directly executing monthly/yearly closures), including leadership or supervisory experience.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, steadfast resilience, and a highly analytical mindset are mandatory to successfully navigate the demanding workload of this role.
- 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).

The Benefits

- Start Date: October 5th, 2026.
- Unmatched Work-Life Balance: A permanent, 36-hour weekly contract featuring reduced hours on Fridays and throughout the entire summer.
- Hybrid Flexibility: 1 day of remote work per week to successfully balance your professional and personal life.
- Remuneration: Salary range of €35K–€40K gross annual, depending on experience and qualifications.
- 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 restaurant 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. Our hiring practices ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, and we actively promote a workplace that is accessible, supportive, and free from discrimination.

We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in creating a more inclusive future.

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📌 AR Accounting Manager (Barcelona)
🏢 EU Business School
📍 Barcelona