Key Skills

Job Description

About Farmina Farmina Pet Foods is a family-owned Italian company with over 50 years of expertise in pet nutrition. With four production facilities and a presence in more than 75 countries, we are a fast-growing global player in the pet care industry. At Farmina, we go beyond nutrition. By combining nature and science, we develop high-quality nutritional solutions that support the health and wellbeing of pets worldwide. About the Role As a Junior Accountant, you will support the financial operations of Farmina, ensuring accurate accounting records, proper documentation, and compliance with applicable local regulations and internal group procedures. You will be involved in daily accounting activities, including journal entries, invoice processing, general ledger bookings, bank reconciliations, VAT reporting, ICP, and tax compliance. You will also contribute to monthly closing and reporting activities, working closely with colleagues and supporting the smooth running of the Finance department. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in accounting or finance who is looking to further develop their expertise in an international business environment. What You'll Do Collect, verify, and archive documentation related to business activities. Prepare journal entries and process invoices in the accounting system. Maintain and record cash register transactions. Perform account analysis and bank reconciliations. Process supplier invoices and general ledger (GL) bookings. Support tax compliance activities, including CU, VAT, and direct taxes. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records, in line with local legislation and group policies and procedures. Support monthly closing activities and financial reporting. Review and control employee expenses through the SAP Concur platform. Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks. What We're Looking For Education: A university degree in Economics, preferably with a focus on Accounting, Auditing, or Financial Management. Experience: At least 1 year of experience in an accounting or corporate finance department. Accounting knowledge: Good understanding of accounting principles, practices, and applicable regulations. Technical skills: Advanced knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel. Familiarity with BI tools, ERP/CRM systems, and other financial software is an advantage. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) is a plus. Languages: Fluent in English. Attention to detail: You are accurate, thorough, and committed to maintaining high standards in your work. Analytical mindset: You have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Autonomy: You are proactive, self-motivated, and able to organize your work independently. Teamwork and communication: You communicate effectively, collaborate well with others, and have good interpersonal skills. Organization: You have strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Adaptability: You are disciplined, open to new challenges, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment. What We Offer NS Business Card for commuting Laptop and mobile phone Pension plan A vibrant office environment, complete with authentic Italian coffee and a dog-friendly workplace! Employee discounts on Farmina products Plenty of opportunities for career growth within an international company

Core Responsibilities

Maintain accurate accounting records by collecting and archiving documentation, preparing journal entries, processing invoices, recording cash transactions, and completing account analysis and bank reconciliations. Support tax compliance, monthly closing, financial reporting, employee expense controls, and improvements to accounting processes.

Requirements

A university degree in Economics, preferably focused on Accounting, Auditing, or Financial Management, and at least one year of accounting or corporate finance experience are required. Candidates should have sound accounting knowledge, advanced MS Office and Excel skills, fluent English, and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and independent-working abilities; familiarity with BI tools, ERP/CRM systems, financial software, or Microsoft Dynamics NAV is an advantage.

Benefits

• Commuting Business Card
• Laptop
• Mobile Phone
• Pension Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Career Growth Opportunities