Associate Accountant - Spain & USA

Overview

The organization is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Associate Accountant with Spain and US accounting knowledge. This role involves proactively engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and converting conversations into business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses, customer invoices and payments; support accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing schedules.
• Support Spanish tax declarations and related filings, including:
  • VAT (Modelo 303)
  • Withholding tax returns (Modelos 111 and 115)
  • Corporate tax payments/returns (Modelos 202 and 200)
  • Other required declarations
• Support Spanish statutory accounting under the General Accounting Plan (PGC), including statutory books, annual accounts, and Commercial Registry submissions.
• Maintain a compliance calendar and supporting records for tax filings, payments, invoices, and statutory submissions; confirm applicability and deadlines with the finance lead or local tax adviser.
• Track reportable intra-community EU transactions and prepare and/or reconcile Modelo 349 declarations where applicable.
• Compile and reconcile third-party transaction information for Modelo 347 where applicable, including reportable transactions exceeding the statutory threshold; check supplier/customer records for completeness and accuracy.
• Support other applicable tax withholding and information returns, including Modelos 190 and 180 where required; maintain a calendar of filing and payment deadlines.
• Assist with payroll accounting, IRPF withholding, and Social Security reconciliations in coordination with HR/payroll providers.
• Support intercompany accounting, group reporting, and audits; coordinate routine information requests with external accountants, tax advisers, and auditors.
• Use the ERP/accounting system and Excel to maintain accurate financial records, vendor/customer data, and reporting schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience; experience supporting a Spanish entity is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Spanish PGC, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and financial close.
• Practical exposure to Spanish VAT, corporate income tax, withholding taxes, and applicable Modelo declarations.
• Familiarity with Spanish statutory books, annual accounts, and tax/invoicing compliance requirements.
• Experience with an accounting/ERP system and strong Excel skills.
• Fluent Spanish and good English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and ability to work with colleagues and advisers across countries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SII, electronic invoicing requirements, and related Spanish compliance developments.
• Exposure to intercompany reconciliations, cross-border transactions, and group reporting.
• Experience supporting statutory or tax audits and responding to requests from the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT).

Compensation & Benefits

• Attractive compensation package reflecting expertise and experience.
• Hybrid-friendly work environment characterized by friendliness, international diversity, and flexibility.
• Base pay depends on factors including transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands.

Location

• India, Remote
• India, Mumbai