ACCOUNTANT

Accountant
Do you want to work in an international company and become part of our Global Finance transformation journey? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilise your accounting skills in an agile environment?
We have a great opportunity for an Accountant to join BESTSELLER SOUTH HUB in Malaga-Spain. Responsible for key finance processes and daily operations across several countries, the role will report into our Finance Team Leader and work closely with local Finance teams.
About BESTSELLER
BESTSELLER was created in 1975 in Denmark by the Povlsen family. We deliver top quality clothing to consumers around the world. Our Fashion FWD scheme is bringing fashion forward until we are climate positive. Leading with brands such as: JACK & JONES, VERO MODA, ONLY, SELECTED, NOISY MAY, Y.A.S AND VILA. We are present in 38 markets globally and maintain a strong hold on the fashion sector.
We have 17,000 dedicated colleagues around the world. Closeness between management and employees creates that energy. We promote quality, good results and strong values. We have amazing benefits for our team and put people first. An important philosophy behind BESTSELLER’s organisation is "freedom with responsibility". It empowers a high degree of freedom of action in your job, and at the same time shows you are responsible for what you do.
As a Global Finance organization, we work with the purpose of being a valuable partner to BESTSELLER’s operations. We take pride in being data driven, being a business partner and providing best-in-class core finance services for our colleagues to optimize business opportunities. Our Group Finance is located in Denmark. Working in BESTSELLER Finance you can expect an ambitious, dynamic, fast moving working environment with focus on talent and leadership development. BESTSELLER Finance is part of the worldwide fashion company BESTSELLER
OUR TEAM
You will become part of our SOUTH HUB team based in Malaga (Spain), a function in charge of maintaining, developing, and ensuring high quality, efficient and relevant internal and external reporting for all the entities run by the SOUTH HUB. It’ll be a dynamic environment, proactive and collaborative, with a global mindset and willingness to improve internal processes. Working in close cooperation with our international Group Finance function and local Business Partners, you will gain a Finance network to collaborate with.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
As an accountant for the South HUB, you will play a pivotal role in the finance and tax operations for BESTSELLER Wholesale and Retail entities in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal. Your responsibilities will include:
• Accounting & Reporting:
• Lead and monitor the Record-to-Reporting (RtR) process in alignment with Group Finance guidelines.
• Manage tasks during the month-end and year-end close processes for the entities in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal.
• Prepare detailed reports on audit findings, highlighting discrepancies, risks, and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with other HUBs and Finance community to identify efficiency opportunities and implement harmonized processes across countries.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.
• Tax and Compliance:
• Take ownership of VAT, Intrastat, and local compliance processes across managed entities.
• Manage and file the following tax obligations, such as VAT declarations and reporting, Intrastat filings, withholdings on personnel and professionals among others.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of statutory financial statements and regulatory reporting, maintaining compliance with local legislation.
• Process Improvement:
• Act as a bridge between accounting and tax processes to ensure an integrated and efficient approach to compliance and operations.
• Contribute to streamlining reporting processes and adopting best practices in collaboration with the Finance network and local teams.
YOUR PROFILE
As an accountant, you are detail-oriented, accountable, and collaborative. You thrive under deadlines, enjoy solving complex challenges, and take pride in delivering high-quality financial information. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build relationships across teams and contribute positively to a dynamic working environment.
We are looking for someone with:
• Proven experience as an Accountant with a strong understanding of accounting and tax compliance.
• Excellent knowledge of VAT, Intrastat, and local reporting requirements across Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal.
• A curious mindset and a drive to improve processes.
• Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA (advantageous).
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required. Knowledge of French, Italian, and/or Portuguese is an advantage.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact Nacho Cisneros on nacho.cisneros@bestseller.com. Otherwise, please send us your application as soon as possible. We process applications and invite for interviews on an ongoing basis. The position will be closed when we have found the right candidate.
We provide equal opportunities for everyone, irrespective of gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or religious background, while creating an empowering environment where people can thrive and develop. For more information, visit www.about.bestseller.com.
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