Accountant

Job Vacancy: Accountant (Contable) – International Trading Company – Catalonia / Barcelona

About the Company:

We are a startup aiming to grow within a group of international trading companies. We are opening a new office in Catalonia / Seville and are looking for a talented and motivated Accountant who is ready to become a key member of our team during this exciting growth phase in Spain.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant contribution to establishing our business in the Spanish market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-cycle accounting and tax reporting for the Spanish legal entity in strict compliance with local laws (Plan General Contable).
• Timely preparation, verification, and submission of all mandatory tax reports and declarations to the Spanish authorities, including:
• VAT (IVA) and the SII system (Suministro Inmediato de Información)
• Corporate Tax (Impuesto sobre Sociedades)
• Personal income tax declarations (Modelo 111, 190, etc.)
• Processing and recording primary documentation (invoices, bank statements, contracts, acts).
• Accounting for bank operations, monitoring cash flow, executing payments.
• Monitoring and managing accounts receivable and payable.
• Preparing and consolidating accurate financial data for monthly and quarterly financial closings in accordance with corporate standards.
• Ensuring compliance of accounting processes with Spanish legislation and internal company policies.
• Collaborating with external auditors, tax advisors, and other third-party service providers (as needed).
• Performing basic financial data analysis to support operational decisions.
• Accounting for and managing employee expenses.
• Selecting an IT system and ensuring automation of accounting processes.

Our Specifics:

• The company’s current annual turnover in Spain is a few million USD, but we have ambitious plans to significantly increase this in the coming years.
• Current transaction volume: no more than 100 per month (expected to grow as the business scales).
• Work in an international environment with frequent interaction with foreign colleagues.

What We Expect from You:

• A university degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of accounting experience in Spain.
• Deep and up-to-date knowledge of Spanish accounting standards (Plan General Contable) and tax regulations (IVA, Sociedades, SII, withholdings).
• Proficiency in popular accounting software (e.g., ContaSol, Sage, SAP, or equivalents).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, responsibility, and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Spanish language fluency (C1/C2) – native-level is a strong plus.
• English language level: Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher – a significant advantage for communication with the international team and HQ.
• Analytical mindset and readiness to work in a growing and evolving environment.

We Offer:

• Stable employment with a major international company at the exciting stage of expansion in Spain.
• Location: Catalonia (Barcelona).
• Full-time employment (Jornada Completa).
• Official employment under a labor contract in full accordance with Spanish labor law.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Bonus system (based on company/department goals).
• Opportunities for professional training and career growth within the company’s international structure.
• A unique opportunity to become a key team member during the launch and establishment of the Catalonia office.