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Senior Accountant – International

Location: Valencia, Spain
Work Model: Hybrid (office & home office eligible)

Advancing the Future of Freshness™, Together

AgroFresh is a fast-moving, dynamic company dedicated to delivering integrated near- and post-harvest solutions for more freshness and quality, every step of the way from harvest to home. From next-gen digital monitoring and analytics and plant-based coatings to integrated fungicide solutions and SO2 generating sheets for more intelligent packaging, you can count on us for a full suite of near- and post-harvest solutions that help enhance quality and extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables.

When you work at AgroFresh, you work with the leading experts in near- and post-harvest technologies to proactively solve the most pressing challenges. Imagine a world where the produce supply chain has more time every step of the way. Where products get to consumers exactly as the grower intended. Where food loss is minimized, sustainability maximized, and business empowered. This is the world of Smarter Freshness.

What the Role Delivers

The Senior Accountant – International is responsible for ensuring accurate statutory accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting for multiple legal entities across the globe. This role partners closely with International Accounting and Finance Shared Services to deliver timely month-end closes, insightful financial analysis, and strong internal controls in a complex, multinational environment.

Based in Valencia, this position supports several international entities and works closely with regional leadership and corporate headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Month-End Close

• Perform statutory accounting and month-end close activities for multiple international entities
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet, P&L, and margin results
• Coordinate reconciliations and close activities with Corporate Accounting and Shared Services

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Manage Corporate Income Tax, VAT, WHT, and other local tax reporting requirements
• Ensure timely filing of statutory accounts and local regulatory submissions

• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax advisors
• Tax package reporting, reconciling pretax income from USGAAP to statutory and Tax books to determined current and deferred income tax

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes for the region

• Prepare management reports, variance analyses, and financial insights for stakeholders

Treasury & Internal Controls

• Monitor cash requirements and support funding and liquidity planning
• Support internal controls, segregation of duties (SOD), and audit requirements

• Identify process improvement opportunities and mitigate financial risks

Stakeholder Interaction

• Corporate Accounting and Finance Shared Services
• Sales, Customer Service, and Procurement teams
• External auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities

• Regional leadership and corporate finance teams

What the Job Requires

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of accounting experience in a multinational environment
• Strong knowledge of statutory accounting, tax, and US GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills and solid SAP experience

• Fluent in English and Spanish

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BlackLine or similar financial close tools
• Portuguese language skills

• Prior exposure to international legal entities

What Success Looks Like in 12 Months

• Month-end close processes are stable, accurate, and delivered on time
• Full tax and statutory compliance are achieved across all international entities
• Strong, trusted partnerships are established with regional leadership and corporate teams

• The role is recognized as a key finance partner and subject-matter expert for the region

How We Work at AgroFresh

• Accountability for Results
• Mindset for Growth
• Customer Centricity
• One AgroFresh

Why Work Here

• We work every day to improve the quantity and quality of fresh produce and reduce food waste – that is important to every person on the planet!
• We have a rich history and are known for our quality products.
• We have an enterprising spirit and are looking for like-minded problem-solvers to help us accomplish our goals.
• We focus on the Critical Few priorities that are important for us and our customers and then hold ourselves accountable to deliver.
• We are growing and transforming – both our business and the industry.
• We are committed to developing our colleagues and helping you advance in your career.
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.