Senior Accountant (French Entities)
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Are you a finance professional with strong expertise in accounting and a passion for working in an international environment? We are partnering with a leading global industrial materials company that is expanding its financial operations in Bilbao.
From Hays we are looking for a Senior Accountant to support their French legal entities from Bilbao.
About the Company
Well-established multinational with over a century of history, known for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the full accounting cycle of French legal entities, including:
Ensure accuracy and compliance of accounting records in line with IFRS and French GAAP, including verification of balances, reconciliations, provisions, stock movements, and loan updates.
Prepare and record journal entries for assets, liabilities, stock, revenue, and expenses following Group policies and work instructions.
Review and validate travel and expense claims to ensure correctness and compliance.
Ensure month‑end and year‑end closings are properly executed, including reconciliation of balance sheet items with complete supporting documentation.
Prepare and coordinate financial reports in accordance with IFRS, Sibelco Group reporting standards, and local statutory requirements.
Support and coordinate with internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
Prepare VAT and other tax filings, support external tax advisors, and manage tax inspections. xcskxlj
8+ years of experience in in financial accounting/audit role being able to cover accounting general ledger, full Balance Sheet aspects
~ M aster is Accounting, CPA/CIMA, CPC-AECA (Spanish diploma), DESCF (French diploma)
~ Strong knowledge of IFRS and ideally French GAAP
Proficiency in SAP and Excel; Fluent in French and English (Spanish is a plus)
If you're looking for a meaningful next step in your accounting career—where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a general transformation—this is your opportunity.