Descripción de la oferta
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Finance to lead the financial operations of our Spanish entities based in Madrid. This role will oversee local accounting, financial reporting, and finance administration while ensuring full compliance with Spanish GAAP (Plan General Contable - PGC), local tax regulations, and regulatory reporting requirements under IFRS for group consolidation.
The role will be responsible for managing the full accounting cycle, including month-end and quarter-end close, financial reporting to corporate headquarters in Toronto, AP/AR oversight, vendor and service provider management, and financial planning coordination with department leaders and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). This role will report directly to the Group CFO.
This position will also manage the local Finance & Administration team in Spain and serve as the subject matter expert for ERP systems, accounting processes, and financial controls, supporting ongoing improvements in financial reporting, systems, and operational efficiency.
The ideal candidate is a proactive finance professional comfortable working in a multi-entity, multi-currency international environment and collaborating with stakeholders across Europe and North America.
Core Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Local Finance Management
Lead and manage the Finance and Administration function in Spain, including oversight of accounting operations and local finance staff
Act as the primary finance lead for Spanish entities, ensuring compliance with Spanish GAAP (PGC), tax regulations, and statutory reporting obligations
Serve as the main liaison with Corporate Finance in Toronto, ensuring timely reporting, alignment with group policies, and support for consolidated reporting
Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Department Heads to support budgeting, cost management, and financial planning initiatives
Support corporate strategic initiatives, financial analysis, and operational decision-making
Month-End & Quarter-End Close
Lead the monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting deadlines
Prepare and review:
Monthly financial statements (including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports)
P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports
Variance analysis versus budget and forecast
Supporting schedules and reconciliations
Provide financial reporting packages to Corporate Finance in Toronto for consolidation and executive reporting
Coordinate year-end close activities, support external audits for group company reporting, and manage local statutory audit for Spanish entity reporting
Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering
Work closely with Department Heads and operational leaders to develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts
Provide financial insights to support decision-making across departments including operations, marketing, esports, and content production
Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis to CFO with financial recommendations
Support cost planning and execute cost control initiatives
Vendor, Service Provider & External Liaison
Act as the primary finance contact for collections, vendors, service providers, and external advisors
Oversee vendor onboarding, contract coordination, and payment processes
Manage relationships with:
External accountants
Tax advisors
Payroll providers
Legal advisors
Auditors
Ensure vendor agreements and financial commitments align with budget and corporate policies
Payroll, Tax & Compliance Oversight
Oversee coordination of local payroll administration and ensure compliance with Spanish labor and social security regulations
Manage tax filings and statutory reporting, including VAT and corporate tax remittance and filing requirements. Collaborate with external advisors as required
Ensure proper documentation and reporting with Agencia Tributaria, Seguridad Social, and other regulatory bodies
Support preparation for statutory audits and corporate audit requirements
ERP & Financial Systems Leadership
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for ERP systems and financial tools, including Oracle NetSuite or equivalent platforms
Ensure accurate system configuration for:
General ledger
Financial reporting
Multi-entity consolidation
Intercompany transactions
Lead initiatives to improve financial processes, reporting automation, and system efficiency
Support implementation of finance systems and integrations across the organization as necessary
Process Improvement & Strategic Finance Projects
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy
Lead or support finance transformation initiatives, ERP enhancements, and operational finance projects
Collaborate with corporate teams to ensure standardization of finance processes across global entities
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Strong knowledge of Spanish GAAP (Plan General Contable - PGC)
Experience working with IFRS reporting environments
Proven experience managing month-end and quarter-end close
Experience managing AP/AR processes and financial operations
Experience working in multi-entity and multi-currency environments
Strong ERP experience (Oracle NetSuite preferred)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
Experience managing finance teams or supervising accounting staff
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across international teams
Fluent Spanish and English (required)
Preferred / Assets
Experience working in publicly traded companies or organizations with consolidated reporting
Experience reporting to international corporate headquarters
Exposure to audit processes and external auditors
Experience in media, esports, gaming, marketing, entertainment, or digital content industries
Experience working in high-growth or fast-paced international organizations
Knowledge of tools such as NetSuite, Microsoft Teams, DEEL, HUMI, or other HR/payroll systems
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