Sulzer

GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting-E484

Senior accountant (RTR) - Full Time - Madrid, Spain

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

We are looking for a/an Senior accountant (RTR) to join our GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting team in Spain to help us take our Record to Report (RTR) area to the next level. As a Senior accountant, you will collaborate with multiple countries and engage with a diverse array of areas stakeholders, including Accounting, Reporting, Analytics, Country Finance Heads, Global Process Owners (GPOs), and external parties such as auditors and tax authorities.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Serving as a key member of the RTR team in the CoE, providing expert support on ad hoc topics and complex accounting issues.
• Supporting complex financial booking activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Sulzer regulations.
• Managing complex clearing, including reconciliations and adjustments, to maintain accurate financial records.
• Supporting period end close activities, including closing the accounts receivable/payable subledger and reconciling with the general ledger; closing the general ledger, opening new financial periods, and closing Asset Accounting (AA).
• Supporting the Intercompany reconciliation process and fixing variances.
• Performing technical Year End Closing activities such as balance carry forward, number range creations, and closing AA.
• Utilizing advanced knowledge of ERP systems to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
• Supporting the Global Process Owner (GPO) with the definition of RTR processes and system implementation.
• Maintaining and updating the chart of accounts and hierarchies, ensuring it reflects the current business structure and reporting requirements.
• Collaborating closely with local Finance Teams in countries and Finance Shared Services teams / Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider.
• Coordinating with other departments and the Finance Shared Services teams to ensure all financial transactions are properly accounted for and reflected in the general ledger.
• Preparing complex journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the RTR process, leveraging technology and best practices; maintaining policies, procedures, and templates.
• Ensuring financial internal controls are in place and followed for the processes performed by this role.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in Accounting with a strong focus on general ledger and financial reporting.
• CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills for delivering key insights to senior leadership.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and/or iScala).
• Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills.
• Experience with Tagetik, Coprocess, and Qlik Sense is a plus.
• Proficiency in English. Any other European language is a plus

What we offer you:

• A permanent contract.
• A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Restaurant tickets.
• Be part of an experienced, international team.
• A good vibe working environment.
• Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios, making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.
• Other fringe benefits.

International applicants are welcome to apply. No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Alicia Gomez at Alicia.Gomez@sulzer.com or Hiring Manager – Diego Pino. Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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