Accountant

Location: Barcelona, Spain Workplace: hybrid About seQura seQura provides innovative, flexible and easy-to-use payment technologies that help merchants acquire, convert and retain more customers. We make a difference in sales performance by tailoring our solutions to different sectors, to address their unique pain points and deliver superior results in Retail, Education, Eyewear, Repairs and Travel. We also empower smart shopping to consumers who seek more value, convenience, and flexibility in their shopping, with new payment experiences that allow them to save, access interest-free credit, or pay in small, comfortable installments of up to 24 months. Born in Barcelona, seQura is a privately-owned fintech, currently expanding throughout southern Europe and Latin America, growing above 50% CAGR and approaching 100 Million in Annual Recurring Revenue. Over 5000 businesses, almost 2 million shoppers, and almost 400 employees continue to rate us as one of the most loved and trusted fintechs out there, with an NPS of 87%, a Trustpilot rating of 4.7/5, and a Glassdoor rating of 4.7/5. About the role 🤓 We are looking for a seasoned Accountant with experience in all aspects of accounting to join our Finance team. In this position, you will play a key role in preparing financial reports to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax obligations, and other related financial activities. Experience with NetSuite is critical for this role. You will perform general accounting and ensure our financial records are accurate and insightful. If you enjoy digging into data, improving processes, and collaborating with others to solve problems, this role is for you. What challenges you'll be solving 🚀 Oversee and lead all accounting operations across multiple entities and geographies (EU and beyond), ensuring excellence in financial reporting, tax compliance, and regulatory adherence. Ensure the integrity of accounting information by compiling, verifying, analyzing, and accurately recording asset, liability, revenue, and expense transactions. Lead month-end closing activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, performing reconciliations, and accurately recording all income and expenses. Prepare and review monthly balance sheets, P&L statements, and other financial reports. Prepare and consolidate financial statements across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accurate reporting for entities operating in various countries. Oversee payroll accounting and coordinate with HR to ensure accurate monthly compensation recording. Calculate, record, and analyze default provisions for expected credit losses within the consumer lending portfolio. Prepare monthly and quarterly tax provisions (e.g., VAT, corporate income tax) and provide necessary data to external tax advisors. Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist with filings and statutory accounts. Proactively maintain internal controls, suggest improvements, and uphold high compliance standards with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. Collaborate closely with FP&A, Treasury, Operations, and Tech teams to clearly communicate the financial implications of business decisions. Take ownership of accounting processes, continuously improving their efficiency and scalability. Suggest and implement solutions to automate reconciliations, optimize NetSuite usage, and enhance project cost tracking, supporting the company's growing operations. What we offer 😎 We have a strong and sustainable foundation, where we provide a secure and reliable workplace. You have the freedom and trust to make the best contribution possible. One of our most valued strengths by our employees is our fellowship and supportive culture, which fosters a sense of belonging by working closely with our values. With us, you will have challenging projects to work on and push your skills and knowledge. In addition, we are very proud of the unique office we have, which offers a comfortable and inspiring environment to work in with everything you need. 23 vacation days + 2 days of free disposal per year. Professional development workshops or seminars. Flexible compensation plan for transportation, restaurants, and kindergarten with Cobee. Health insurance discounts with Sanitas and Adeslas. Urban mobility by using your own bike with Kleta. Free access to healthy, organic, and sustainable fruits and snacks. Moreover, we offer a Wellness Program that embraces a holistic approach by covering 6 areas (occupational, physical, financial, emotional, social, environmental consciousness). Each area will include a variety of activities, and you'll be able to choose from 34 different activities that best meet your needs to configure a plan that best works for you. What you’ll need 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽 Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification is highly preferred. 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience. Experience in fintech, lending, or financial services is a plus. Experience with any ERP systems is a plus Strong knowledge of Spanish GAAP and IFRS and core accounting principles. Proven expertise in managing general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting. Advanced Excel skills are required (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) Analytical and curious. You enjoy diving into financial data to identify trends, investigate anomalies, perform variance analysis, and synthesize findings for stakeholders. Fluent in English and Spanish (both written and spoken), with a strong ability to clearly communicate financial information and collaborate effectively across teams. Have a hands-on, proactive attitude. You take ownership of your responsibilities and hold yourself accountable for delivering accurate work on time. A collaborative team player who embodies our values. We kindly ask that you submit your CV in English, as it is the official language of our community. We promote equal opportunity to all, regardless of age, color, gender identity, medical condition, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other characteristics. We have an inclusive environment, and respect is above all. Do you want to be part of the change? Join us!👇