Accounting & Control Analyst
Country: Spain
IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high‑impact brand into a technology‑driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.
This is more than a strategic shift. It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
The Wealth Management & Insurance division covers three businesses in all Santander Group countries: Insurance, Asset Management and Private Banking. We work to provide the best solutions to our clients in these three businesses in the 10 countries where we are present.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Santander Asset Management is looking for an Accounting & Control Analyst based out of Boadilla.
As an Accounting & Control Analyst you will be part of the Global Finance & Strategy team in Santander Asset Management performing multiple tasks which mainly involve statutory controlling and reporting, budgeting, cost and liquidity analysis and liaison with external and internal auditors.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and coordinate accounting month‑ends of the entities within the scope, it includes to review deeply all the month end figures to ensure liaison with other departments, Gesban and finance teams in other countries within SAM Group to ensure month‑ends are prepared on time and with the correct information.
* Report accounting information to different stakeholders. Produce, control and analyze monthly management reporting. Accounting and management information, travel and liquidity reports, among others.
* Prepare annual budgeting and business plan processes for the entities within the scope. Monitor and analysis the deviations. Additionally the candidate will be involved from a Global point of view reviewing and coordinating budgets and business plans of the different countries within SAM Group; and also analyzing and providing inputs to the countries related to Global Projects.
* Prepare annual statutory accounts and annual impairment tests for several legal entities within SAM, including liaison with Gesban, external audit and external valuator.
* Collaborate with Third Party Risk Management function and procurement in order to ensure compliance with the TPRM model.
* Prepare and coordinate liquidity requirements for SAM Group which include, among others, quarterly liquidity consolidation and reporting to Group forums, dividend plan for SAM Group, updates to Board.
* Analyze accounting implications of new projects and initiatives being proposed in coordination with Gesban and the external auditor or any accounting input that is required at SAM Group level.
* Global market share analysis, receiving inputs from the countries and analysing them and preparing reporting information for the different stakeholders.
* Prepare capital contribution for SAM Group during the budget and business plan process and prepare reports for the different stakeholders.
* Monitor and analyze the deviations during the year.
* Collaborate and prepare ESG reporting for SAM Group.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We're enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
* 3+ years of experience performing a similar role, with focus in accounting
* Experience as a financial accounting auditor
Education
* ADE/Económicas o Grado equivalente
Languages
* Fluent in English and Spanish written and speaking
Hard Skills
* Strong IFRS and PGC technical accounting experience
* Highly analytical and numerate. Ability to understand P&L and financial balance sheets
* Good Excel skills and the ability to analyze and interpret financial and numerical data
Soft Skills
* Detail oriented and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
Your contribution matters, and it's recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
* We're enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
* Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models—some days remote, some days onsite with your team-along with flexible hours.
* Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
* Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
* Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
* Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
* We know family is everything. That's why we offer childcare support and family‑friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
* Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
* Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centres in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that's only the beginning—we'll tell you more when you join!
LOCAL COMPLIANCE
Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
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