ACCOUNTANT

DETAILS:

- Role: Junior Accountant - Accounts Payable & General Accounting

- Department: Finance

- Duration: Permanent contract

- Location : Madrid

- Date: asap

Kepler Cheuvreux is a leading independent European financial services company, with a presence across Europe, the United States and the Middle East.

The Group is structured around three product pillars: Agency Brokerage, Investment Solutions and Corporate Finance, supported by two transversal pillars: a cross-asset research platform and a multi-local sales force. This organisation is built with shared support and control functions across the Group.

Group key figures:

- 1st independent European equity broker

- 1st Equity Research coverage in Continental Europe

- 1st Country Broker and Research (Extel 2026)

- "World’s Best Agency Broker” (Euromoney Markets Awards 2026)

- 15 major financial centres in Europe, the US, and the Middle East

- 700 employees

- 1,600 institutional clients

We are looking for a motivated Junior Accountant to join our Finance team in Madrid, primarily supporting the accounts payable function while also assisting with other accounting activities, including accruals, reconciliations and month-end closing tasks.

In this role, you will work as part of a team, handling supplier invoices, ensuring accurate accounting records and contributing to the smooth running of daily accounting operations.

Based in our Madrid office, this position is suitable for a junior accountant with a good understanding of accounting principles, strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach. Previous experience in an international environment or financial services firm would be a plus.

• Oversee Process and record supplier invoices for the KC Group, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Assist with the preparation and follow-up of supplier payments.
• Monitor supplier accounts, perform reconciliations and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers to address invoice and payment-related queries.
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals and account reconciliations.
• Assist with other general accounting tasks and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing relevant accounting documentation.
• Contribute to improvements in accounting processes and participate in finance projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Junior profile, ideally with 1–3 years of experience in accounting or accounts payable. Recent graduates are also welcome to apply.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required. French is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and willingness to learn.
• Hands-on, proactive and comfortable working as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in an international environment.

All applications must be submitted in English to ensure proper evaluation and processing of your candidacy.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Between 2 and 3 rounds of interviews: both fit and technical questions.

You will need a flexible and creative approach in order to flourish in our international environment and succeed with our diverse client base. If you possess these qualities and would like to be part of Kepler Cheuvreux’s story, then come and join us!

REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE AWARENESS:

Candidates are expected to have an appropriate understanding of the regulatory framework applicable to their role and the financial services industry. They should demonstrate strong awareness of relevant conduct, compliance and risk requirements, identify and escalate potential issues, and work constructively with Compliance and other control functions.

They are expected to maintain and develop their regulatory knowledge by participating in training provided by the Group and are encouraged to request additional training where needed.