.Overview:Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University Administration & Accounting department is looking for an Accounting Associate to join its team!Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the person will coordinate the day-to-day management of the administrative operations in accordance with the regulatory framework for financial information that is applicable, and with the accounting principles and criteria contained therein.Why IE University?With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.Our PurposeAt IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.Our PeopleAt IE we are:People-drivenChange BuildersAutonomy EnthusiastsCommunication EnthusiastsKnowledge ChampionsWe are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid.Responsibilities:Your role as Accounting Associate will involve:Review and analysis of all balance sheet accounts and income statements.Monitoring and control of financial accounting.Help to supervise the accounts payable department, fixed assets, and intangible assets.Problem solving.Collaborate in monthly closings of all group companies.Guarantee compliance with accounting and tax obligations at the local level.Prepare reports that may be related to legal advisors and auditors.Prepare reports for the Management Team.Participate in other special projects according to the department needs.Collaborate with implementing improvements in the area for the automation of administrative processes.Respond and resolve queries made by the different areas and stakeholders.Qualifications:To thrive in this role, you should have:BBA degree or similar.Knowledge of accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures under Spanish GAAP and under US GAAP.Five years of professional audit experienceUse of MS Excel and has experience in ERPs. We value, but it is not a requisite, knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other MS financial applications.Fluency and proficiency in professional English and Spanish