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Senior accountant (RTR)
SulzerSpainfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Jun 2025
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<p><span contenteditable="false">GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting-E484</span></p>
<p>Senior accountant (RTR) - Full Time - Madrid, Spain</p>
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<p><strong><span>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. </span></strong></p>
<p><span>We are looking for a/an Senior accountant (RTR) to join our GF_Finance & Controlling, Accounting</span> <span> team in Spain </span><span>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.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span>Your main tasks and responsibilities: </span></strong></p>
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<li><span>Serving as a key member of the RTR team in the CoE, providing expert support on ad hoc topics and complex accounting issues.</span></li>
<li><span>Supporting complex financial booking activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Sulzer regulations.</span></li>
<li><span>Managing complex clearing, including reconciliations and adjustments, to maintain accurate financial records.</span></li>
<li><span>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).</span></li>
<li><span>Supporting the Intercompany reconciliation process and fixing variances.</span></li>
<li><span>Performing technical Year End Closing activities such as balance carry forward, number range creations, and closing AA.</span></li>
<li><span>Utilizing advanced knowledge of ERP systems to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.</span></li>
<li><span>Supporting the Global Process Owner (GPO) with the definition of RTR processes and system implementation.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintaining and updating the chart of accounts and hierarchies, ensuring it reflects the current business structure and reporting requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Collaborating closely with local Finance Teams in countries and Finance Shared Services teams / Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider.</span></li>
<li><span>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.</span></li>
<li><span>Preparing complex journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.</span></li>
<li><span>Contributing to the continuous improvement of the RTR process, leveraging technology and best practices; maintaining policies, procedures, and templates.</span></li>
<li><span>Ensuring financial internal controls are in place and followed for the processes performed by this role.</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>To succeed in this role, you will need: </span></strong></p>
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<li><span>University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.</span></li>
<li><span>Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in Accounting with a strong focus on general ledger and financial reporting.</span></li>
<li><span>CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent certification preferred.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and management skills.</span></li>
<li><span>Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.</span></li>
<li><span>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong communication skills for delivering key insights to senior leadership.</span></li>
<li><span>Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and/or iScala).</span></li>
<li><span>Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills.</span></li>
<li><span>Experience with Tagetik, Coprocess, and Qlik Sense is a plus.</span></li>
<li><span>Proficiency in English. Any other European language is a plus</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>What we offer you: </span></strong></p>
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<li><span>A permanent contract.</span></li>
<li><span>A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.</span></li>
<li><span>Restaurant tickets.</span></li>
<li><span>Be part of an experienced, international team.</span></li>
<li><span>A good vibe working environment.</span></li>
<li><span>Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios, making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.</span></li>
<li><span>Other fringe benefits.</span></li>
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