About Us
IE University is a transformative educational institution that has been shaping business education for 50 years. Founded by entrepreneurs, we bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.
Our Purpose
We empower students to make their mark on the world by providing them with the skills, knowledge, and environment needed to drive positive change. Our community is supportive and international, lasting a lifetime.
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounting Associate to join our Administration & Accounting department in Madrid. This full-time position will work under the supervision of the Accounting Manager to coordinate day-to-day administrative operations.
Responsibilities
* Review and analysis of all balance sheet accounts and income statements
* Monitoring and control of financial accounting
* Help to supervise the accounts payable department, fixed assets, and intangible assets
* Problem solving
* Collaborate in monthly closings of all group companies
* Guarantee compliance with accounting and tax obligations at the local level
* Prepare reports for legal advisors and auditors
* Prepare reports for the Management Team
* Participate in special projects according to department needs
* Collaborate with implementing improvements in the area for the automation of administrative processes
Qualifications
* BBA degree or similar
* Knowledge of accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures under Spanish GAAP and under US GAAP
* Five years of professional audit experience
* Use of MS Excel and experience in ERPs
* Fluency and proficiency in professional English and Spanish
* Ability to plan, initiate and complete work assignments with a minimum of direction
* Understand and apply legal requirements and administrative policies to accounting functions
* Interpret and analyze fiscal data
* Detect weaknesses of the Company
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in the auditor's department of a Big Four
* Highly organized person
* Resolute, agile, with initiative and teamwork capacity