Accountant

Job Description

Job Description:

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

Accountant
Altorf, France

The Accountant is responsible for preparing, maintaining, and analysing financial records for Antech Diagnostics France, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and timely financial information to support business decisions.

This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of financial data, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and ensuring strong internal controls and compliance with regulatory and corporate reporting requirements. The position works closely with Finance Operations and cross-functional teams to improve processes, support audits, and deliver accurate financial insight to the organisation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and financial reporting for the Antech Diagnostics France entity, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls

• Prepare journal entries and perform general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations (bank, accruals, prepayments, payroll, benefits, and fixed assets), resolving discrepancies promptly

• Maintain the fixed asset register, monitor capital expenditure, and support month-end close, including P&L preparation and cost reporting

• Perform variance analysis and ensure accurate recognition of revenues and expenses

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, providing analysis and recommendations to improve processes and efficiency

• Assist with internal and external audits and maintain accounting procedures, documentation, and controls

• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide financial data, guidance, and continuous process improvements

• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies, and support wider Finance Operations activities as needed

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience

• Previous experience within a Big4 firm or audit environment is advantageous

• FMCG or similar fast-paced industry experience is a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, and internal controls (US GAAP knowledge preferred)

• Excellent analytical and reconciliation skills with strong attention to detail

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reporting)

• Experience with ERP systems (IFS8 knowledge is an advantage)

• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

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