Accounting Reporting Lead (They/She/He)

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 23 countries. 

Together we revolutionise 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

YOUR MISSION

We are looking for a Record to Accounting Reporting Lead in Barcelona to oversee the month-end closing and audit processes of the African legal entities of the group, lead a team of 8 accountants, ensure the meeting of reporting deadlines and comply with the internal and external policies as well as with the local tax regulations and requirements of the countries. You will also lead analysis to explain performance vs. our Business Plan and supervise monthly reconciliations for both P&L and BS. You will closely work with our local, Regional and HQ finance teams to propose and implement initiatives to enhance current processes and to contribute to the overall success of our organization.

THE JOURNEY

• Supervise the month-end closing process of the African legal entities 
• Ensure accurate and timely Management Financial Statements and Reports 
• Lead a team of ~8 accountants from the African markets 
• Ensure the financial Audits are submitted on time and collaborate with external auditors during financial audits
• Supervise the preparation of the monthly reconciliations for both BS and P&L
• Ensure all the local markets are compliant with local requirements  according to tax legislation
• Ensure all accounting/financial Policies and Procedures are adopted in line with prevailing legislation
• Supervise the VAT declarations, ensuring accurate and timely submission
• Actively participate in the implementation of local ERPs and other different finance projects 
• Prepare ad hoc analysis to explain deviations of the P&L vs Business Plan
• Adapt quickly to changes in company policy, tax regulations and legislation

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE

• Bachelor's Degree from related departments (Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, etc...).
• 6+ years of applicable work experience in Accounting or similar role for multinational companies
• Several years of experience in people management positions.
• Leading leaders and/or strategic positions experience as well as multiple process experience is beneficial.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end closing processes 
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures 
• Good understanding and experience of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP/IFRS) 
• Fluent in English with the ability to understand and communicate clearly and effectively (both written and oral)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheet
• Experience using Navision and SAP S4/HANA is a plus
• Strong analytical skills 
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

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? 

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