Head of Accounting - madrid
2 days ago
Madrid
At ING we are looking for Head of Accounting We are seeking a highly skilled accounting leader with a strong background in the banking sector, capable of overseeing financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and the integrity of accounting processes. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting knowledge with proven experience in systems integration projects, working closely with IT, Finance, Operations, and other business areas. This role is essential for strengthening financial governance, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting the bank’s digital and technological transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in accordance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements., • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and all accounting sub‑processes (AP, AR, fixed assets, treasury accounting, provisions, reconciliations)., • Ensure strong internal controls consistent with audit standards and banking regulations., • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, coordinating deliverables and implementing recommendations., • Lead and contribute to system integration projects, including data migration, process harmonization, system upgrades, ERP implementations, and connections with core banking platforms., • Partner closely with IT and business teams to map accounting flows, validate data integrity, and ensure seamless interaction between financial systems., • Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Collaborate with key stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Treasury, Operations, and Technology., • Support strategic decision-making by providing insights, analysis, and financial expertise. Required Qualifications Education • 7–10 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities., • Strong background in the banking or financial services sector., • Solid knowledge of IFRS and banking-related accounting standards., • Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar and core banking platforms., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work within tight deadlines., • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities., • Proactive leadership style, with a focus on transformation and continuous improvement. What do we offer? The time you spend at work, the challenges you face or the lessons you get are very important, but… What about your personal life? At ING we want your work to fulfill you in every way, and that is why we take care of even the smallest details. Check out what is waiting for you! Be flexible my friend. Our model is all about flexibility and accountability. Keeping both our customers and our colleagues’ needs in mind, you determine together which days you work at home and which you come to ING MAD to offer your best self. Do your thing. Restaurant card. So that thinking about what to have for lunch doesn’t take up your time or your cravings. Our house will be your home. In our offices you can find electric mobility solutions, doctor, hairdresser, gym, The Good Service (to help you with your errands) and much more! Health insurance. For you and all your family (spouse/partner and children). Life insurance. We help you protect what matters most to you. Flexible remuneration. In addition, you will enjoy our flexible remuneration model, through a more tax-advantaged way, you will be able to access other services such as nursery, transport card, training aids… Free company shuttle. It doesn't matter where you live. We have 6 routes (North, Central, South, A5, A42 and A6) to get you to our ING office in Madrid comfortably. Banking benefits. Special loans with more beneficial conditions. Special mortgage conditions after 6 months working at the bank. And you can benefit from our pension plan after 1 month with us! More vitality and more belonging 360º care of the employee (physical, mental, social connection & purpose). Physiotherapy service on site. Clinics with professional, world-class athletes. Gympass service. Employee Networks: Rainbow Lions (LGBTQI+), Leonas & RIÑG. International Remote work program. Get to know Us We are a team of more than 1800 people sharing one idea: doing our bit in helping our clients create a better future for themselves, by providing them with the tools they need to get where they want to go. A fully online bank where technology, innovation, simplicity and transparency are the main ingredients, and the first one to work with agile methodologies. And although we are based in Spain, we are lucky to work in an international bank with presence in more than 40 countries. We are proud to have a diverse team, and we are committed to continue developing a culture of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation that represents all collectives in the society. And even though we look orange on the outside, we are green on the inside. Our ambition in Sustainability is Empowering (y)our Sustainability journey. We are embarking on our path, for us, but we are also there for when our clients decide to embark on this journey. Making things happen, helping others be successful, always being one step ahead—that’s our DNA. If you look at yourself in the mirror and your reflection matches our way of being and working…we are looking forward to meeting you! At ING, you belong just as you are. We hire and support people for their talent and potential — and we know that when you can be yourself, you do your best work. Job Application Safety Reminder We’re seeing an increase in fraudulent job offers. To protect yourself, please follow these key guidelines when applying for roles at ING: • Apply only via official ING platforms: ING uses Workday and LinkedIn as its internal recruitment system. Applications should be submitted only via our official career site or via ING job postings on LinkedIn., • Check the sender’s email carefully: Legitimate communication will always come from @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com., • No payments or banking details will ever be requested: If someone asks for this information, it’s a scam.
