Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant - Chile based.

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

A Staff Accountant is a cornerstone of financial operations, uniquely positioned to ensure the accuracy, transparency, and reliability of an organization’s financial data.

Key Responsibilities In order of relative importance

· Book entries under US-Gaap and Local Gaap (various LATAM and other entities)

· Review of payment proposals

· Bank account reconciliation (Shadow/transitory SAP GL bank accounts)

· Account reconciliations in Blackline

· Review of Intercompany Reconciliation

· Ensure correctness of Accounts (Accrual, prepayments, GR/IR, VAT, Payroll)

· Ensure proper organization of archives of your area of operation

· VAT and WHT filings, EC-Listings, Intrastat for different entities in LATAM and other regions

Who to Work With

Primary internal and external stakeholders

· Corporate Finance

· Sales, Customer Service

· Operations

How We Work AgroFresh core competencies

· Accountability for Results

· Mindset for Growth

· Customer Centricity

· One AgroFresh

· Owns the Talent

What the Job Requires

· Solid accounting experience, bachelor’s in business administration required.

· Strong command of Excel

· Strong command of SAP (as an accountant)

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish are mandatory.

· 2-5 years of accounting experience in an industrial environment

· Travel is not foreseen for the position, but might be necessary at a certain point in time

What to Have Done and Know How to Do

· Bank reconciliations

· Account reconciliations

· Closing and Accounting entries

· VAT and Intrastat compliance

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.

Local Details

· Workplace is Lampa and Rancagua

· Option for homework up to 60%