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Senior Accountant - Barcelona (They/She/He)

Finance, Barcelona, Spain

If you’re here, it’s because you’re looking for an exciting ride. 

A ride that will fuel up your ambitions to take on a new challenge and stretch yourself beyond your comfort zone. 

We’ll deliver a non-vanilla culture built on talent, where we work to amplify the impact on millions of people, paving the way forward together. 

 

Not your usual app. We are the fastest-growing multi-category app connecting millions of users with businesses, and couriers, offering on-demand services from more than 170,000 local restaurants, grocers and supermarkets, and high street retail stores. We operate in more than 1500 cities across 25 countries.

Together we revolutionize the way people connect with their everyday needs, from delivering essentials to connecting our ecosystem of users through innovative solutions powered by technology. For us, every day is filled with purpose.

What makes our ride unique? 

🤝 Our culture and strong values. 

💪 Our career development philosophy.  

🤝 Our commitment to being a force for good. 

 

We have a vision: To give everyone easy access to anything in their cities. And this is where your ride starts.

YOUR MISSION

We are looking for a Senior Accountant for the African countries to join our Accounting team in Barcelona to undertake the month-end closing process of our legal entity of Nigeria, meet with the reporting deadlines and timings and ensure we are in compliance with HQ internal and external policies as well as with the local tax regulations and requirements. You will work closely with our local, Regional and HQ finance teams to manage financial processes, prepare reports, and contribute to the overall success of our organization.

THE JOURNEY

  • Lead and complete the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Maintain paperworks for the the monthly accruals as required as a part of the monthly financial reporting process
  • Maintain company’s accounting books according to the statutory regulations
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial statements and reports for management
  • Responsible for complying with local requirements  according to tax legislation
  • Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits
  • Review income statement and balance sheet discrepancies and escalate to management if necessary
  • Conducts General Audit of all Accounting Ledgers on a regular basis
  • Control and confirm all the invoices received and issued through the invoicing platform
  • Ensure all accounting/financial Policies and Procedures are adopted in line with prevailing legislation
  • Ensure that all VAT accounts reflect the prevailing business nature
  • Comply with GAAP principles during the month-end closing reporting
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and controls
  • Actively collaborate with your colleagues and learn from each other in a supportive environment that allows you to grow, develop and make a difference
  • Work closely with the local finance team in Nigeria within different finance projects 
  • Support the Head of Finance in Nigeria with any finance or accounting related topic
  • Adapt quickly to changes in company policy, tax regulations and legislation
  • Check all original documents (contracts, acts, VAT declarations, etc.) for the company interest

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE

  • Bachelor's Degree from related departments (Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, etc...). CPA certification is a plus
  • 5+ years of applicable work experience in Accounting or similar role for multinational companies
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end closing process preparation
  • Open to learn the Nigerian accounting standards and tax regulations
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures 
  • Good understanding and experience of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP/IFRS) 
  • Availability to travel to Nigeria according to the business needs 
  • Proficiency in accounting software (preferably Navision) and Microsoft Excel/Google Sheet
  • Fluent in English with the ability to understand and communicate clearly and effectively (both written and oral)
  • Strong analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A good organization & planning skills
  • Experience using Microsoft Dynamics/Navision or other general ledger packages is a plus

Individuals representing diverse profiles, and abilities, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don't meet our musts don't let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable.

We believe driven talent deserves:

  • 🌟 An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
  • 💪 Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
  • 🍔 Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
  • 💳 Cobee discounts on transportation, food, and even kindergarten expenses.
  • 🏊 Discounted gym memberships to keep you energized.
  • 🏖️ Extra time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!
  • 👪 Enhanced parental leave, and office-based nursery.
  • 🧠 Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.

Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds - all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard. 

Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).

So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life? 

Delve into our culture by taking a peek at our Instagram and check out our Linkedin and website!

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Senior Accountant - Barcelona (They/She/He)

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