At Pluxee, we shape the world of employee benefits and engagement by bringing to life a personalized and sustainable employee experience, at work and beyond.
Permanent RegularJob Description:
The Senior Accountant Lead is responsible for leading and executing the day-to-day accounting activities of the Spanish entity, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with IFRS and local GAAP, and a robust control environment. The role acts as the accounting subject matter expert, supporting month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, statutory reporting, audits, and accounting-related projects. The Senior Accountant Lead partners closely with local and Group Finance teams to ensure high-quality financial reporting and compliance with corporate policies.
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Coordinate and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Group reporting timelines.
- Ensure the preparation of statutory and management financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP.
- Act as the subject matter expert on IFRS, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and new business initiatives.
- Prepare and document technical accounting assessments and accounting position papers.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
- Collaborate closely with Controlling, Consolidation, Treasury, and Business teams to ensure high-quality financial reporting.
Audit, Governance & Risk
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely delivery of supporting documentation.
- Maintain strong internal controls across accounting processes.
- Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identify accounting risks and support remediation actions when required Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members where applicable.
- Collaborate with Group Finance and Group Tax teams to ensure alignment with corporate policies and strategic objectives.
- Support finance transformation initiatives and system enhancements
Coordination & Collaboration
- Act as the accounting subject matter expert for the Spanish entity.
- Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounting team, ensuring accurate, timely, and high-quality execution of accounting processes and reporting deliverables.
- Provide guidance and support to junior accounting team members when applicable.
- Collaborate with Group Finance teams to ensure alignment with reporting requirements and accounting policies.
- Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, process optimization, and system enhancements.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Work Experience
- 10–12 years of progressive experience in Accounting and Financial Reporting.
- Previous experience within a Big 4 Audit practice is highly preferred.
- Experience within a multinational environment.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS reporting and statutory accounting requirements.
- Experience managing internal and external audits.
- Experience in regulated industries is considered an asset.
Other Skills
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP.
- ERP experience (Navision).
- Strong Excel and Microsoft 365 skills.
Languages
- Spanish & English fluent
COMPETENCIES
- Technical Competencies
- Accounting Expertise
- IFRS & Local GAAP Knowledge
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Controls & Compliance
- Audit Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
Why join Pluxee?
Join an inclusive team
Work at the heart of the community alongside 5,000 experts across 29 countries - we embrace diversity and value uniqueness, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Turn inspiration into possibility
Get space to try new ideas, experiment and move the world of work forward as you bring new digital experiences - and moments of connection - to millions of people.
Make a positive impact
Touch millions of lives and create meaningful change for people and the world we share, supporting our commitments to diversity, sustainability, and local economies.
Grow with us
Get support you need to take meaningful steps in your career, whether you're performing your work/life balance or learning new skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 10-12 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting
- Experience within a multinational environment
- Strong knowledge of IFRS reporting and statutory accounting requirements
- Experience managing internal and external audits
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP
- ERP experience with Navision
- Strong Excel and Microsoft 365 skills
- Fluent Spanish and English
- Previous experience within a Big 4 audit practice
- Experience in regulated industries
What We Do
The leading global employee benefits and engagement partner that opens up a world of opportunities to help people enjoy more of what really matters We believe that living life to the full means making the most of every moment and sharing experiences with the people we care about. To make these experiences meaningful, fulfilling, and personalised, we combine our 45+ years of experience with the agility and energy of a new digital brand. The result is an exciting mix of 250+ products that give employees more freedom in the choices they make every day across 31 countries – from restaurant meals to culture, incentives, and gift vouchers. Are you looking to shape the future of employee benefits and engagement? Get in touch directly with our teams at: [email protected]
