AP Leader

AP Leader

Location:

Bilbao

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description:

Role Purpose:

• ​As member of the Country Servicing Business Services Team, this role is responsible for recording accounting information, enter transactions, consolidate and verify accounting records to assess accuracy and compliance

• It is the lead accounting role within a country servicing team

Responsibilities:

• Verify accounting records to assess accuracy and compliance

• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information

• Maintain and balance accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions; resolving discrepancies

• Direct and coordinate the preparation of financial reporting according to IFRS, Sibelco Group reporting and statutory requirements Summarize financial status by collecting information; prepare balance sheet, profit and loss, and other statements

• Provide information to auditors

• Manage and coordinate the annual external audit process

• Prepare VAT and other tax reporting

• Manage tax inspections 

About you:

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance or equivalent by experience

• Prior experience in accounting

• English– proficient verbal & writing

• Local language of the country of base and main operations – proficient verbal & writing

• Other languages are an asset

Employee Type:

Permanent

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers

• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More

• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.

How to Apply

Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook to learn more about life at Sibelco. Submit your application in the Apply option.

Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.