International Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: International Accountant

Summary/Objective

The International Accountant will be responsible for various accounting functions within our corporate accounting group. This position will be responsible for handling daily invoices, working with the international entities and supporting the international team with accounting functions. 

The International Accountant will report to the Corporate Controller and work closely with others in the accounting department. 

Essential Functions

• Accounting and reporting for multiple subsidiary entities
• Review and process international financial transactions and payments 
• Manage foreign exchange transactions and currency conversions
• Gather and translate financial statements of global entities into USD for consolidated reporting
• Analyze and interpret international financial data and trends
• Assist with the preparation of international tax returns and filings
• Collaborate with foreign subsidiaries to streamline accounting processes
• Monitor and report on international account balances and discrepancies
• Provide support for international budgeting and forecasting activities
• Assist in developing and implementing international accounting policies and procedures
• Handle intercompany transactions and reconciliations between global entities
• Prepare and analyze financial metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for international operations
• Support international financial planning and analysis initiatives
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving international finance and operations
• Processing expense reports and dealing with fraudulent charges when necessary
• Strong knowledge of Spanish tax law 
• Ability to compile data into Excel for analysis 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Required Competencies

Teamwork/Collaboration Skills

Excellent Communication/Writing Skills

Time Management

Ability to analyze data

Ability to multitask 

Well-Organized

Attention to Detail

Proficiency in Excel and Word

Supervisory Responsibility

Not applicable to this position. 

  Work Environment

Professional office environment. This position requires competency in using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. 

Classification/Expected Hours of Employment

This position is a full time position and is exempt from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements under federal and all applicable state or local laws. Days and hours of work are generally 8:00am to 5:00pm, with some extended hours needed as seasonal demands may vary.

Travel

This position does not require any travel. 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting 
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred 
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting with a focus on international finance
• Strong understanding of foreign exchange transactions and currency conversions
• Intermediate computer and software skills required.
• Knowledge of agricultural terminology is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word 

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.