Senior Manager, Accounting

JBT Marel; Boxmeer; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel in Boxmeer, Netherlands is seeking a seasoned accounting leader to manage and mentor a team of 10-20 across various functions such as accounting managers and accountants. This role demands a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, a strong grasp of US GAAP, and over 10 years of accounting experience with at least 5 in management. The successful candidate will lead the accounting close process, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and drive strategic process improvements. Join us to shape the future at JBT Marel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of accounting/auditing experience.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10-20 people.
• Oversee the accounting close process across financial statements.
• Participate in strategic initiatives for standardization and optimization.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards.

Skills

Strong knowledge of US GAAP

Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems

Solid understanding of European VAT compliance

Excellent analytical skills

Exceptional communication skills

Strong change-management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Professional certification (ACCA or CPA)

Tools

SAP

JDE

SL9

LN

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

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 CoE 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 OneStream submission and controls deadlines are met effectively and consistently.
• Support the 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 hold the team accountable to timely submission of requests and responses, 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

• Proactively 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 to execute 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.

Who Are You

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 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 PowerPoint.

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.