Financial & Accounting Manager

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Barcelona, Cataluña, ESP
In-Office
Mid level
Gaming
The Role
The Financial & Accounting Manager oversees finance operations, ensures accurate reporting, manages budgets, and ensures compliance with regulations while leading the finance team.
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Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!

Ubisoft Barcelona, part of Ubisoft’s international network of production studios, has developed for over 20 years a strong expertise in the production of videogames from a large variety of genres and platforms. The Studio is continuously looking to grow its team with highly professional, passionate and talented people.

Job Description

The Financial & Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and oversight of Barcelona studio’s finance and accounting operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective budget control, and full compliance with both local regulations and group-level financial standards. 

Working closely with internal stakeholders such as Production and HR, the Financial & Accounting Manager provides reliable financial insight to support decision-making and reports directly to the Studio Manager. 

As part of Vantage Finance teams, the F&A Manager will be involved in the global financial processes of the Creative House with frequent interactions beyond the Barcelona Studio with internal finance stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Oversee general accounting activities, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and monthly closings. 

  • Prepare, coordinate, and monitor budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis. 

  • Produce and present monthly financial reports for local management and HQ. 

  • Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and group policies. 

  • Monitor and control project-related budgets, ensuring proper financial tracking and execution. 

  • Coordinate internal and external audits, acting as the main financial point of contact. 

  • Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, tools, and internal controls.

  • Management of the finance and accounting team. 

  • Advise on and ensure compliance with Spanish financial and legal requirements related to R&D subventions and grants. 

  • Manage documentation and reporting obligations for public funding programs. 

  • Depending on the candidate's experience and skills, the role may also include cross-functional support for Vantage Finance reporting. 

  • Leverage data-driven approaches to build business intelligence reports and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver actionable financial insights. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
  • Knowledge of IFRS and Spanish accounting standards.
  • Understanding of Spanish tax regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Outstanding communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
  • Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal; or willing to learn Spanish.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.
  • Experience in implementing and improving financial processes and controls.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and financial management tools.
  • Located or willing to relocate in Barcelona.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and compliance-focused, with a proactive and collaborative mindset. 
  • Prior experience managing a team a plus. 

Additional Information

Benefits:

  • Private Health Insurance and fitness subsidies.
  • Employee mental health assistance.
  • Tickets restaurant
  • Free coffee, fruits and daily breakfast.
  • Spectacular roof-top terrace with sea views

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of IFRS and Spanish accounting standards
  • Understanding of Spanish tax regulations and compliance requirements
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Outstanding communication and leadership skills
  • Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal; or willing to learn Spanish
  • Prior experience managing a team

Ubisoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ubisoft and has not been reviewed or approved by Ubisoft.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage in the U.S. includes medical, dental, and vision options with HSA funding to cover the deductible, plus access to One Medical and a mental‑health program. Several studios also provide telemedicine and, in some regions, on‑site clinic services.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes paid vacation, holidays, wellness time, volunteer PTO, and a sabbatical available after five years in the U.S. Canadian studios highlight six weeks of vacation and additional local days tied to occasions or seasonal reduced hours.
  • Parental & Family Support Enhanced parental leave with salary top‑ups is emphasized in multiple regions, including Canada. In the U.S., a travel‑expense program supports access to reproductive healthcare when services are out of state.

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The Company
21,450 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent has brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.

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