General Accounting

MANEis a French family-owned company with over 150 years of history and one of the global leaders in the fragrance, flavor and ingredient industry for the food, beverage and perfumery sectors. We operate in 41 countries, with 54 R&D centers and multiple production sites worldwide.
We are driven by a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability and the development of creative and technological solutions that deliver real value to our customers.
MANE Flavor & Fragrance Manufacturer | MANERole Mission:As aGeneral Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the financial information recorded in MANE’s Financial Statements is accurate, reliable and compliant with applicable standards and Group policies.
You will oversee financial accounting, reporting, costing, inventory valuation, treasury control and statutory obligations. This role will ensure accurate records, timely closing, consistent production cost and inventory valuation, strong liquidity management and reliable reporting to support business decision-making.
You will also contribute to the continuous improvement, standardization and automation of finance processes, working closely with internal teams, management, auditors and MANE Group Finance.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting and Financial Reporting:Ensure accurate and timely accounting records, monthly and annual closings, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory financial statements, tax obligations and reporting in compliance with local, international and MANE Group standards.
Audit and Internal Controls:Coordinate audit requirements, maintain appropriate supporting documentation and ensure the effectiveness of internal controls, segregation of duties and accounting procedures.
Costing and Inventory Management:Ensure accurate production cost calculations and inventory valuation, including materials, work in process and finished goods, while monitoring the integrity of interfaces between operations, inventory and SAP.
Treasury and Liquidity Management:Monitor daily cash positions, liquidity requirements, cash flow forecasts, collections, payments, bank reconciliations and treasury controls, ensuring payment security and fraud prevention.
Budgeting and Business Support:Support management and department managers with cost analysis, CAPEX monitoring, budget preparation, KPI tracking and financial information for decision-making.
Risk Management and Compliance:Identify financial and operational risks, communicate significant deviations and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Continuous Improvement:Promote standardization, automation and continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, controls and performance indicators.
Cross-functional Coordination:Collaborate with Finance, Operations and other business areas to provide accurate information, ensure effective execution and support the achievement of company objectives.
Profile RequiredEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field. A Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification in accounting, audit, financial controlling, treasury or corporate finance would be considered a strong plus.

Experience:
At least 5 years of experience in financial accounting, costing or treasury, with direct experience in financial closing and reporting.
Technical Knowledge:Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, financial closing, statutory accounts, industrial costing, inventory management, treasury and internal controls.
Systems:Advanced Excel skills and experience working with SAP. Knowledge of SAP FI/CO/SD modules, Power BI and financial consolidation would be considered an advantage.
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Experience:
Experience coordinating accounting, costing and treasury activities within an industrial or multinational company would be highly valued.
Leadership and Coordination:Experience leading teams, projects or cross‑functional initiatives, with the ability to coordinate stakeholders and communicate clearly with management.
Analytical Capability:Strong technical accounting judgment, analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial information and identify deviations and risks.
Planning and Execution:Strong planning, periodization and organizational skills, with a disciplined approach to meeting deadlines.
Control and Accuracy:A strong control mindset, attention to detail, confidentiality and commitment to the quality and reliability of financial information.
Continuous Improvement:System-oriented mindset and demonstrated interest in process improvement, automation and change management.
Communication and Collaboration:Clear executive communication skills and a strong teamwork attitude, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Languages:Native‑level Spanish and full professional proficiency in English. French would be considered a plus.

What we offer
At MANE, we are committed to building long-term relationships and creating a stable, flexible and people‑focused work environment.

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