Company Description
ESL Languages is the leading European study abroad agency. We have been organising language courses abroad throughout the world since 1996. Our presence is international, with more than 35 sales offices across Europe.
Beyond linguistic, cultural and geographical borders, more than 25 thousand students every year make the choice to book with ESL and make their goal of learning a language and discovering the world a reality.
ESL received many industry accolades over the years. We entered into the eternal Hall of Fame as Best European Study Abroad Agency in Europe in 2016 after winning 5 times in 6 consecutive years. This prestigious ST award is based on the votes of thousands of language schools around the world and rewards the quality counseling and high service provided by all of the ESL staff.
In 2019, ESL became part of the Kaplan Languages Group, one of the largest global chains of English language schools. ESL continues to work as an independent agency within the KLG group.
Job Description
We are looking to recruit an Accountant Payable for an immediate start to work in our KLG Europe´s Barcelona based Finance department which can offer excellent long-term career opportunities.
You will have a variety of responsibilities, supporting the overall shared service function.
Main responsibilities and functions:
Sole responsibility for the Accounts Payable Ledger
Providing assistance with accounts payable, payment runs and payables management
Responsibility of bank reconciliations and payments
Posting and reconciling school finance reports weekly
Reconciling of intercompany accounts at month end
Advising staff and assisting them with queries and gathering information as required
Providing adhoc support when required by senior members of the team
Qualifications
Qualifications and experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably inclusive of accounting modules
AP experience required
Skills and competencies:
Intermediate Excel knowledge (V Lookups, pivot tables, formatting of data…)
Strong technical accounting skills
Strong customer service ethos and high attention to detail
Systematic and organised approach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to process high volumes of work, to deadlines with minimal supervision
Quick to pick up and apply knowledge
High level of initiative, self-motivation and drive
Reliable with a flexible attitude
English and Spanish required level C1/C2
Additional Information
Benefits:
The opportunity to develop your skills in an international environment, in the exciting field of language travel
Flexible working policy
A dynamic work atmosphere
An environment where corporate ethics and sustainable development matter
Discounts on medical insurance
Free language courses abroad every year
Competitive salary
Lunch vouchers
Free coffee and tea
Free breakfast on Mondays and fresh fruit on Thursdays
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