Accountant (fixed term 8 months parental leave cover)

Department: Finance Spain

Position type: Fulltime Fixed term (8 months)

Location: Alcobendas- Madrid 

DATA4'S MISSION

DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.

 

DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.

 

DATA4 VALUES

At DATA4 we are driven by our values. These are the core of everything we do – from the proactivity we show in delivering great outcomes for our clients, to the responsibility we show as a key contributor to the digital economy. Our three values are:

1. To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
2. To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
3. To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.
   
   

ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a full-time, fixed-term position of 8 months to cover a parental leave, running from mid‑June / early July through March 2027.

As an Accountant reporting to the Local Chief Accounting, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting various accounting processes. This role includes handling accounts payable, assisting in the payment process for supplier invoices, performing administrative tasks to ensure timely payments, and managing receivables operations. You will contribute to the overall efficiency and accuracy of financial operations in a fast-paced data center environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
General Ledger Maintenance:

• Maintain and update the general ledger to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Reconcile accounts monthly and quarterly, ensuring all transactions are properly documented.
• Post journal entries and maintain a clear audit trail in our ERP.

Accounts Payable & Supplier Invoice Support:

• Review and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Verify that invoices are correctly matched with purchase orders and goods received.
• Assist in preparing and organizing documents for the timely payment of supplier invoices.
• Ensure payments are made on time and in accordance with agreed-upon terms, including
  preparing payment batches and processing payments.
• Handle administrative tasks such as maintaining records of paid invoices, filing, and responding to supplier inquiries

Accounts Receivable Operations:

• Manage and monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments.
• Review and verify customer invoices, ensuring they are accurate and aligned with contract terms.
• Communicate with clients to follow up on overdue payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain and update the accounts receivable aging report to track outstanding balances.
• Assist in preparing and sending out regular customer statements and payment reminders.
• Process incoming payments, including cash, checks, and wire transfers, and ensure proper recording in the system.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to address and resolve any issues related to customer billing and payments.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and financial data.
• Monitor and implement financial controls to safeguard company assets and financial records.

Collaboration with Other Teams:

• Work closely with the Head of Accounting and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
• Communicate with suppliers and vendors to clarify discrepancies and manage payment
  schedules.
• Support cross-functional teams, including finance and operations, to ensure smooth business operations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improvement in accounting processes, particularly in accounts payable, receivable, and invoice management systems.
• Stay updated on best practices for accounts payable and receivable processes.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis.
  Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage X3) and MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
  

Technical skills

Knowledge of accounting and tax procedures.
Good knowledge of Spanish Tax legislation.
Good knowledge and hands-on of Excel, including dashboards and pivot tables.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a multinational company.
Knowledge of IFRS
CPA or equivalent certification.
Strong knowledge of SOX regulations and compliance.
Fluent in French is a plus.

Soft skills

Enjoys solving complex problems.
Sense of organisation and attention to detail.
Logic, analytical skills.
Enjoys working independently and proactive.
Discretion.
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
Team spirit.

RESPONSIBILITES IN TERMS OF IMS CERTIFICATIONS
Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of:

H&S: Respect and enforce health and safety rules.
Environment: Respect and enforce environmental policies.
Information security: Respect and enforce information security policies
Energy: Respect and enforce the policy of reducing energy consumption.