Join us as the Accounting and Tax Manager in Barcelona, where you'll lead a dynamic team to drive financial accuracy, ensure compliance, and shape the future of our accounting systems - making a real impact at the heart of our global finance operations. What you'll be doing: Act as a local product owner for to the new Accounting ERP Peoplesoft and supervise the system to ensure proper control flows to the accounting records. Prepare statutory reports, including monthly closings, annual accounts, and regulatory filings (e.g., Magnitude, BNB). Forecast and control technical margins, including premiums, commissions, reinsurance, and related items Manage treasury functions and cash pooling activities. Maintain relationships with external auditors and tax consultants. Prepare internal control reports, perform controls, and identify risks or issues proactively. Act as the finance key stakeholder to local and central projects, ensuring correct flow to accountancy and data quality. Oversee tax declarations and coordinate their integration with accounting, collaborating with AXA Seguros for corporate tax consolidation. Collaborate with other departments to ensure operational and client needs are accurately reflected in financial processes. Manage a team of 6 direct reports focusing on continuous process improvement and operational efficiency. What you'll bring: Accounting degree qualifications, especially insurance related accounting experience highly desirable. Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or treasury functions. Familiarity with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements. Previous experience in auditory (big four) or insurance company is desirable English Advanced and native Spanish. Advanced Excel skills Proven team management skills Familiarity in managing complex financial processes and a drive for simplification. Meticulous and detail-oriented Ability to identify risks, implement controls, and resolve issues proactively. High level of organization and time management to handle multiple priorities. Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance standards Ability to analyse financial data and generate accurate reports with a focus on data quality. To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, please send an email to AXA Partners Global HR Response - globalhr@partners.axa Who we are: We're AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection - with and for our partners worldwide. What sets us apart? The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world. Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive - offering solutions and services that make sure we're always at people's side, no matter what. Helping others is our passion. Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we're always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters. Join a company that helps protect the forests! At AXA Partners, we plant a tree for every new recruit (with a permanent contract)