The Senior Accounting Manager within the Accounting Center of Excellence (Co E) will be responsible for leading the accounting operations of specific business units and activities. This role involves managing a team of accounting professionals, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The idóneo candidate will have extensive accounting experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10 - 20 people in various roles between accounting managers, supervisors/seniors and accountants, across multiple sites and locations, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, set goals and provide ongoing feedback and coaching. Plan and manage team workload to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. Facilitate knowledge sharing and cross‑training within the team. Collaborate with other Co E leadership to drive standardization and process enhancements across the organization. Close Effectiveness Oversee the accounting close process across the financial statements and supplemental data gathering for all relevant sites, ensuring data is accurate and One Stream submission and controls deadlines are met effectively and consistently. Support team in performing Monthly Balance Sheet reviews and working with the business and SSC (Shared Service Centre) to ensure compliance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards.



Actively lead and participate in the effort of the team to investigate and resolve accounting issues effectively and timely. Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards, including compliance with SOX. Oversee the proper execution of internal, external and tax audits both for US GAAP and Statutory and holding the team accountable to timely submission of requests, timely responses to questions and follow‑up, and leading the team in defining and executing remediation efforts. Ensure timely reporting of financial statements as well as other regional reporting requirements. Process Improvement & Strategy Pro‑actively participate in strategic initiatives and identifying opportunities for standardization and optimization across the close and reporting processes, including developing project plans, coordinating cross‑functionally and leading the team in executing the projects to successful completion. Encourage the team to create and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes. Leverage technology and automation tools to streamline accounting operations.



Lead the efforts to implement and maintain accounting software and ERP systems. Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required. Professional certification (ACCA or CPA) is highly desirable. Experience Minimum of 10 years of accounting/auditing experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role. Skills Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards. Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.G., SAP, JDE, SL9, LN). Solid understanding of European VAT compliance and tax filings. Strong experience ensuring Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance required. Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Strong change‑management skills and ability to lead and drive change. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power Point. Benefits Salary will be dependent on candidate location and profile i.E. country of residence - details relating to the amount of holiday including bank holidays, healthcare benefits, pension will be shared directly with applicants. Equal Opportunity Employer JBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Join us. Shape the future. Start at JBT Marel. Join us — and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Manager, Accounting (Madrid)
🏢 Dormont Manufacturing
📍 Madrid