Finance Manager

<p><span>At DFDS, we keep Europe moving — connecting people, goods, and businesses across borders. Now, we’re looking for a <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to strengthen our Finance team in Barcelona and help drive excellence in financial operations.</span></p><p class="Default"><span>If you’re a hands-on finance professional with a passion for accuracy, solid knowledge of accounting, taxes and a leadership mindset - this is your opportunity to make an impact in an international environment.</span></p><h5><span><strong>🌟 About the role</strong></span></h5><p><span>As <strong>Finance Manager</strong>, you will report directly to the <strong>Finance Director of DFDS Spain</strong> and play a key role in ensuring high-quality financial operations and reporting, tax compliance, and team leadership.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>You’ll act as a trusted partner across the business, ensuring our accounting processes are robust, compliant, and continuously improving.</span></p><h5 class="MsoNormal"><span><strong>🎯 What you’ll be doing</strong></span></h5><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Ensure accuracy of accounting records (Balance Sheet, P&L, accruals, etc.)</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Lead <strong>month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes</strong></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Perform financial analysis and ensure data integrity</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Prepare and present <strong>financial statements and annual accounts</strong></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Take full ownership of <strong>tax compliance</strong> (VAT, Corporate Tax, Forms 111, 115, etc.)</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Liaise with HQ Finance, auditors, and external stakeholders</span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Oversee <strong>credit control and cash flow management</strong></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Lead or support <strong>ERP implementation and finance transformation projects</strong></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Strengthen <strong>internal controls and accounting procedures</strong></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Manage and develop the <strong>accounting team</strong></span></p></li></ul><h5 class="MsoNormal"><span><strong>👤 Who we’re looking for</strong></span></h5><p class="MsoNormal"><span>You are an ambitious and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, international environment. You combine strong technical expertise with a proactive and hands-on mindset.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span><strong><em>✅ Your background:</em></strong></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Degree in <strong>Economics, Business Administration, or Accounting</strong></span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Minimum <strong>5-7 years of accounting experience (AP / AR / Treasury)</strong></span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>At least <strong>2 years in a team leadership role</strong></span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Solid knowledge of <strong>tax regulations and compliance</strong></span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Knowledge of <strong>IFRS</strong> is a plus</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Experience in </span><strong>Dynamics 365</strong> ERP will be a plus</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Fluent in <strong>English and Spanish</strong></span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Second Language as French will be a plus</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Experience in an international organization is highly valued</span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span><strong><em>💡 Your skills:</em></strong></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>High attention to detail and accuracy</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</span></p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><span>Positive attitude with a collaborative leadership style</span></p></li></ul><h5 class="MsoNormal"><span><strong>💼 Why j