We are looking for our future colleague to fill the opening as General Accountant for Spain and Portugal. If you are passionate about accounting, making sure the books are clean and matching, and want to improve the way of working – you are exactly who we are looking for!
Axis is a fast-growing and innovative IT company with a general footprint. Our products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring based on innovative, modern, and open technology platforms. This is a Swedish-based company with around 5000 employees in more than 50 countries. The General Accountant is responsible for the full accounting process from A to Z: keeping and issuing all financial records for Axis Spain and Axis Portugal legal entities. These could be costs, mark-up invoices, accounts payable, accruals and provisions, payroll information, taxes, and social security. From an operational point of view, the General Accountant books, oversees and reconciles all daily and month-to-month accounting activities in our ERP/accounting system, IFS. nevertheless, he/she has a responsibility in reporting, cost control, and internal control aspects.
This person takes care of monthly reporting to HQ as well as the coordination around local statutory reporting. HR and the Office Manager. They will also receive Power of Attorney to represent the company with banks, and external consultants regarding financial exercises, taxes, and legal regulations in the country.
Supervise and update the general ledger with journal entries daily Close the general ledger monthly, and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts Manage accounting module (IFS) closing at the end of each month Responsible for petty cash and cash flow management, asses, and depreciation Prepare monthly reconciliation in accounts receivables and payables Prepare monthly reconciliation and payment of all local taxes and social security obligations Stay up to date with changing local regulations and make sure the company is compliant Enhance the capabilities of our Accounting System (IFS) in close collaboration with our HQ office in Sweden, in order to improve the efficiency of our monthly routines
Our highest priority is to find a solid accounting accounting background acquired during previous roles, as well as the right personality and mindset who will fit Axis! At least 5 years of experience in accounting Fluency in Spanish and English language, written and spoken. Knowledge of Portuguese is a real advantage for the role. Italian is a nice to have. A degree in Business Administration/Finance or other equivalent education Experience in an accounting system, preferably IFS Excellent skills in Office 365, with Excel being the most important
Health insurance for employees and their families ~ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics nor age.
To be considered for this process, please submit your CV and Cover Letter in English.