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The Role

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 Responsibilities

1) Strategic Leadership & Departmental Management

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- Operational 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.

- Departmental Stewardship: Cultivate a high-performing and accountable environment by mentoring team members, managing performance, and fostering continuous professional growth.

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Financial Operations & Compliance

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- Full-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 Governance

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- Advanced Analytical Modelling: Utilize complex Excel frameworks to architect structured financial reports, delivering reliable, data-driven insights to facilitate executive decision-making.

- Policy Enforcement: 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.

About You

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- Experience: 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.

- 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).

What We Offer

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- Start Date: ASAP

- Unmatched Work-Life Balance: A permanent, 36-hour weekly contract featuring reduced hours on Fridays and throughout summer.

- Hybrid Flexibility: 1 day of remote work per week.

- Remuneration: A gross salary of up to €40,000 per annum, 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 discounts in the hear

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