[Hiring] Associate Accountant @SUBMER

Role Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Associate Accountant with Spain & US accounting knowledge. The ideal candidate is a proactive "go-getter" who can effectively engage with clients, quickly understand their needs, and convert conversations into business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, employee expenses, customer invoices and payments; support accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations and month-end/year-end closing schedules.
• Support Spanish tax declarations and related filings, including applicable VAT (Modelo 303), withholding tax returns (Modelos 111 and 115), corporate tax payments/returns (Modelos 202 and 200), and other required declarations.
• Support Spanish statutory accounting under the General Accounting Plan (PGC), including statutory books, annual accounts and Commercial Registry submissions.
• Maintain a compliance calendar and supporting records for tax filings, payments, invoices and statutory submissions; confirm applicability and deadlines with the finance lead or local tax adviser.
• Track reportable intra-community EU transactions and prepare/reconcile Modelo 349 declarations where applicable.
• Compile and reconcile third-party transaction information for Modelo 347, where applicable, including reportable transactions exceeding the statutory threshold and checking supplier/customer records for completeness and accuracy.
• Support other applicable tax withholding and information returns, including Modelos 190 and 180, where required, and maintain a calendar of filing and payment deadlines.
• Assist with payroll accounting, IRPF withholding and Social Security reconciliations in coordination with HR/payroll providers.
• Support intercompany accounting, group reporting and audits; coordinate routine information requests with external accountants, tax advisers and auditors.
• Use the ERP/accounting system and Excel to maintain accurate financial records, vendor/customer data and reporting schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience; experience supporting a Spanish entity is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Spanish PGC, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations and financial close.
• Practical exposure to Spanish VAT, corporate income tax, withholding taxes and applicable Modelo declarations.
• Familiarity with Spanish statutory books, annual accounts and tax/invoicing compliance requirements.
• Experience with an accounting/ERP system and good Excel skills.
• Fluent Spanish and good English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, confidentiality and ability to work with colleagues and advisers across countries.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SII, electronic invoicing requirements and related Spanish compliance developments.
• Exposure to intercompany reconciliations, cross-border transactions and group reporting.
• Experience supporting statutory or tax audits and responding to requests from the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT).

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package reflecting your expertise and experience.
• A great work environment characterised by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
• You´ll be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a mission to make a positive impact, offering an exciting career evolution.
• Our job titles may span more than one job level. The actual base pay is dependent on a number of factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands.

Our inclusive responsibility

Submer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.