Accounting Specialist

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to be responsible for managing an effective and efficient operation of the financial reporting and accounting function.

This role is crucial in ensuring the financial administration of the entity, including the ledger management, administrative organization and application management in order to provide the business with accurate and reliable financial information and external financial statements.

About The Role: Accounting Specialist

Responsibilities:

1. Manages accounts payable, accounts receivable and the maintenance of the general ledger, including account reconciliations.
2. Prepares and/or reviews projections of accounting data to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition of the OpCo.
3. Ensures timely and correct financial disclosures for internal and external reporting.
4. Monitors the debtors and determines the liquidity planning in cooperation with the Treasury Manager.
5. Ensures appropriate treasury and tax accounting when applicable, in cooperation with the relevant managers.
6. Manages the reporting & accounting (sub)department and provides operational leadership and coaching to the staff.
7. Drafts working instructions for the staff in accordance with Nutreco’s financial policies and procedures.
8. Follows all IFRS developments closely and implements new or revised accounting policies and procedures.
9. Prepares (financial) audits, ensures all relevant financial information is available for internal and external Auditors.

Skills and Expertise

Qualifications:

1. A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or any other related area.
2. At least 5 years of experience in a similar role and IFRS knowledge.
3. Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
4. Fluency in English and Spanish and effectively communicating and networking with business and different stakeholders.
5. Soft skills like analytical strength, organization, collaboration, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why You Will Love Working with Us

Global Benefits:

1. A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.
2. Competitive remuneration package, private health insurance, and 26 vacation days with flexibility.
3. Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
4. A flexible work environment with the option to work from home 2 days per week.

Local Benefits:

1. Subsidized meals in our office canteen.
2. Reduced working hours on Fridays and over the summer.
3. Regular company and team events.

Next Steps

We value a seamless candidate experience and would like to respond within 7 business days. The hiring process typically takes 2-3 weeks. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.

Our organisation:
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.