- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
Accountant | Madrid
Monex specialises in FX risk management and international payments, helping corporate and institutional clients design tailored FX solutions to navigate currency volatility with confidence. Our team of FX specialists implement well-considered currency strategies, offering dedicated support to help clients manage their payment needs – whether for goods, services, or direct investments.
In 2023, Monex facilitated $309 billion in FX turnover, managed $10.7 billion in assets, and processed 8.5 million transactions. With offices across North America (Canada, the US, and Mexico), Asia (Singapore), and Europe (the UK, Spain, and the Netherlands), we serve over 66,000 clients worldwide.
By combining global reach with deep local market expertise, Monex enhances businesses with a suite of financial solutions and FX market analysis to help optimise efficiency, mitigate currency risk, and protect margins in an increasingly complex financial landscape. Our corporate client experience is further enhanced by our dedicated sector expertise across a range of industries.
Job Overview
To take financial ownership and accountability of MESL and MEMSV.
To become the expert in the financial regulations and process for the assigned region and be the main point of contact.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
General Accounting Tasks:
Record and maintain accurate accounting transactions, including entries in the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
Assist in maintaining the accuracy of the financial records in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Reconciliation:
Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, supplier accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
Identify discrepancies and ensure that they are resolved in a timely manner.
Financial Reporting Assistance:
Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
Collaborate with the accounting manager to ensure accurate and timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Tax and Regulatory Compliance:
Assist in preparing tax returns and other compliance-related reports (VAT, Corporate Tax, etc.).
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations.
Expense Monitoring:
Track and record expenses, ensuring that they are correctly categorized and in line with the company's budget.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
Audit Support:
Help prepare documents and reports required for internal and external audits.
Collaborate with auditors to ensure all necessary financial information is available and accurate.
Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes.
Assist in the implementation of accounting software upgrades and other process automation tools.
Support to Senior Accounting Team:
Assist the Accounting Manager with ad hoc tasks and special projects as needed.
Provide support in budget preparation and forecasting activities
Business Knowledge / Technical Skills:
1-3 years of experience in accounting or a related field
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Familiarity with local tax laws and regulations.
Continuous professional development to stay updated on accounting standards.
Leadership / Management Skills:
Leads by example, embodying the culture and values of the Company;
Cultivate an environment of psychological safety, innovation, creativity and increased productivity;
Able to anticipate issues and risks and mitigate accordingly;
Credibility in dealing with clients and colleagues across a complex organization with different cultures and geographies;
Ensuring and maintaining the standard of all documentation for their department’s systems, controls, policies and processes;
Maintenance of decision-making records.
Systems / Knowledge Skills:
MS Office; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
HR Systems – Workday
Databases – FXDB (In House)
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems).
Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
