IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.
This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
The Wealth Management & Insurance division covers three businesses in all Santander Group countries: Insurance, Asset Management and Private Banking. We work to provide the best solutions to our clients in these three businesses in the 9 countries where we are present.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Santander Asset Management is looking for an Accounting & Control Sr. Analyst based out of Boadilla.
As an Accounting & Control Sr. Analyst you will be part of the Global Finance & Strategy team in Santander Asset Management performing multiple tasks which mainly involve statutory controlling and reporting, budgeting, cost and liquidity analysis and liaison with external and internal auditors.
We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:
Prepare and coordinate accounting month-ends of the entities within the scope, it includes to review deeply all the month end figures to ensure liaison with other departments, Gesban and finance teams in other countries within SAM Group to ensure month-end are prepared on time and with the correct information.
Report accounting information to different stakeholders. Produce, control and analyze monthly management reporting. Accounting and management information, travel and liquidity reports, among others.
Prepare annual budgeting and business plan processes for the entities within the scope. Monitor and analysis the deviations. Additionally, the candidate will be involved from a Global point of view reviewing and coordinating budgets and business plans of the different countries within SAM Group; and also analyzing and providing inputs to the countries related with Global Projects.
Prepare annual statutory accounts and annual impairment tests for several legal entities within SAM, including liaison with Gesban, external audit and external valuator
Collaborate with Third Party Risk Management function and procurement to ensure compliance with the TPRM model
Prepare and coordinate liquidity requirements for SAM Group which include, among others, quarterly liquidity consolidation and reporting to Group forums, dividend plan for SAM Group, updates to Board.
Analyze accounting implications of new projects and initiatives being proposed in coordination with Gesban and the external auditor. Or any accounting input that is required at SAM Group level
Global market share analysis, receiving inputs from countries and analyzing them and preparing reporting information for the different stakeholders.
Prepare capital contribution for SAM Group during the budget and business plan process. Prepare reports for the different stakeholders. Monitor and analysis the deviations during the year.
Collaborate and prepare ESG reporting for SAM Group.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
5+ years of experience performing a similar role, with focus in accounting (Required).
Experience as an external auditor in a Big Four is a plus (Preferred).
Education
ADE/Económicas o Grado equivalente (Required).
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish written and speaking (Required).
Hard Skills
Strong IFRS and PGC technical accounting experience (Required).
Highly analytical and numerate. Ability to understand P&L and financial balance sheets (Required).
Good Excel skills and the ability to analyze and interpret financial and numerical data (Preferred).
Soft Skills
Detail oriented and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proven capacity and ability to identify, assess, and propose strategic financial solutions, evaluating economic impact, associated risks, and long-term sustainability, in order to support optimal decision-making and ensure alignment with the company’s objectives and priorities.
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
Your contribution matters, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
We’re enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.
Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
We know family is everything. That’s why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!
We’re here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.
LOCAL COMPLIANCE
Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR JOURNEY?
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in a similar accounting-focused role
- ADE, Economics degree, or equivalent
- Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish
- Strong technical accounting experience with IFRS and PGC
- Strong analytical and numerical skills, including understanding of P&L and balance sheets
- External audit experience at a Big Four firm
- Good Microsoft Excel skills and ability to analyze and interpret financial data
- Detail orientation, multitasking ability, and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
- Ability to identify, assess, and propose strategic financial solutions
Santander Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Santander and has not been reviewed or approved by Santander.
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Retirement Support — A dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% of eligible pay and immediate vesting are highlighted as core strengths, supporting long‑term savings. This is reinforced by company‑paid disability and life/AD&D coverage that bolster financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off typically ranges from 18–30 days in the U.S. with 11 paid holidays, plus dedicated volunteer and development time; the UK features a minimum of 25 days with buy/sell options. Some roles also use self‑managed PTO, offering additional flexibility depending on team norms.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. parental benefits include 8 weeks paid for all parents and a total of 16 weeks paid for birth mothers, with flexibility for reduced hours around childbirth. Caregiver leave and dependent‑care programs add further family support.
Santander Insights
What We Do
Banco Santander (SAN SM, STD US, BNC LN) is a leading commercial bank, founded in 1857 and headquartered in Spain and one of the largest banks in the world by market capitalization. The group’s activities are consolidated into five global businesses: Retail & Commercial Banking, Digital Consumer Bank, Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Wealth Management & Insurance and Payments (PagoNxt and Cards). This operating model allows the bank to better leverage its unique combination of global scale and local leadership. Santander aims to be the best open financial services platform providing services to individuals, SMEs, corporates, financial institutions and governments. The bank’s purpose is to help people and businesses prosper in a simple, personal and fair way. Santander is building a more responsible bank and has made a number of commitments to support this objective, including raising €220 billion in green financing between 2019 and 2030. In the first quarter of 2024, Banco Santander had €1.3 trillion in total funds, 166 million customers, 8,400 branches and 211,000 employees.
