General Accounting Specialist

Job Description

The position is part of the local Finance team for the Animal Health entities in the region comprising Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

The person in this role will be responsible for ensuring the correct recording, reconciliation, and accounting close of the company’s financial operations, guaranteeing compliance with internal policies and local and international accounting standards. In addition, they will act as a key contact for internal users and the shared services center and will participate in audits as well as in the preparation of information for tax filings.

Key responsibilities

• Record recurring and non-recurring accounting entries, ensuring integrity, accuracy, and traceability.

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including the preparation of working papers, variance analysis, and recording of accounting adjustments.

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with applicable local standards.

• Coordinate and provide support for internal and external audits, including documentation preparation, explanation of balances and adjustments, and follow-up on observations.

• Prepare the information required by tax advisors for the determination of income tax/profit tax, transfer pricing analysis, and tax provisions.

• Identify and promote opportunities for processing automation and optimization through tools and macros, including the use of artificial intelligence.

• Act as a point of reference for other areas of the organization in clarifying transactions, procedures, and controls.

• Participate in implementation projects, including system changes.

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls associated with accounting processes, contributing to risk mitigation initiatives.

Minimum requirements

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting positions within multinational companies or Big Four audit firms.

• Advanced English for oral and written communication with global teams.

• Previous SAP experience and IA tools use will be considered an asset.

Required Skills:

Behavioral Observations, Behavioral Observations, Compliance Assurance, Compliance Policies, Corporate Experience, Credit Management, Data Management, Detail-Oriented, Documentations, Drafting Documents, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Statement Review, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Control Implementation, Interpersonal Relationships, Invoice Processing, Legal Document Preparation, Mitigation, Order to Cash (OTC), Policy Implementation, Preparation of Financial Reports, Risk Management and Mitigation {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

07/7/2026

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