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Senior Accountant Iberia

Hybrid in Madrid·Added yesterday (last checked 6 Nov)

AniCura Group

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Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
4+ years
Education
University degree

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Requirements

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting, finance, auditing, or related areas.
  • Previous experience in a top-tier audit firm, consulting, or BPO environment is highly desirable.
  • Solid experience with General Ledger accounting, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
  • ERP implementation or integration experience is an advantage, particularly Oracle Cloud.
  • Professional proficiency in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
  • Portuguese is considered a plus.
  • Pet ownership is welcome but not essential. Candidates must enjoy working for a business dedicated to animal health and welfare.

The role

Mars Veterinary Health is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team in Iberia.

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations and tax compliance of the Iberia Group, ensuring transparency, consistency, reliability, and financial control across the business. This role will play a key part in monthly and annual closing activities, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting, and audit processes, while partnering with clinics and business stakeholders to support sustainable growth and operational excellence.

What you'll do

  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closing processes.
  • Support year-end closing activities and contribute to statutory accounting and external audits.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations under both US GAAP and Local GAAP.
  • Ensure General Ledger activities comply with company policies, internal controls, confidentiality, and data privacy standards.
  • Identify and escalate accounting risks, discrepancies, and control issues in a timely manner.
  • Support business stakeholders and clinics by providing accurate financial information and guidance.
  • Participate in process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
  • Support onboarding and training of new team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the Finance function.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented culture across the organization.

Job Specifications / Qualifications

What We Offer

  • Hybrid work model.
  • The opportunity to join one of Europe's leading veterinary care organizations.
  • A collaborative, international, and fast-growing environment.
  • Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Exposure to regional and international finance projects.
  • Temporal contract of 6 months.
  • Additional corporate benefits.

About AniCura Group

AniCura Group is a European provider of veterinary care, operating a large network of animal hospitals and clinics across multiple countries. The company offers a wide range of services including primary care, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, and emergency care for companion animals. AniCura is part of Mars Petcare, the global pet care division of Mars, Incorporated, which strengthens its scale and resources.

Industry
Veterinary care services
Founded
2011
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Danderyd, Sweden
In Spain
Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • AniCura is part of Mars Petcare, a global leader, offering career development opportunities.
  • The company operates in many European countries, providing potential for cross-border roles.
  • Working with companion animals, the clinics are often located in urban areas, with a focus on quality care.
  • International hires may need language skills depending on their location in Spain.
  • Being in a consolidating industry, the company offers diverse practice settings.

In their own words

About the company & team

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading veterinary care providers committed to creating a better world for pets. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating more than 500 animal hospitals and clinics across 17 European countries.

At MVH Europe, we believe that exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, empowering our teams to make a meaningful impact on pets, pet owners, and the communities we serve every day.

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