Consolidation Accountant - Olleco Bunge

Olleco Bunge is a leading provider of sustainable food and energy solutions across Europe. We transform food industry by-products into valuable renewable resources, helping businesses reduce waste and operate more sustainably. With a strong commitment to the circular economy, innovation, and operational excellence, we deliver high-quality, responsible solutions that make a real impact.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Consolidation Accountant to join our Finance team in Barakaldo. Reporting to the Financial Controller for Europe, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate consolidation of financial results across the Group.

You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and meeting the requirements of external stakeholders, including auditors and joint venture partners. Working closely with finance teams across multiple countries, you will contribute to delivering high-quality, consistent financial information at Group level.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements for European entities in line with Group and partner accounting policies


• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data from local finance teams


• Review and validate reporting packages, investigating variances and ensuring completeness and accuracy


• Maintain consolidation adjustments, including intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation


• Lead and support statutory reporting processes and coordinate with external auditors for consolidated accounts


• Maintain a strong framework of financial controls, ensuring successful internal and external audit outcomes


• Provide technical accounting guidance to regional teams, including advising on changes in IFRS/GAAP and their impact


• Support M&A activities and finance transformation initiatives, such as system implementations and process improvements


• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes, controls, and systems


• Undertake other responsibilities as required to support the Finance function

About You

Required:

• Degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field


• Strong understanding of financial consolidation principles and multi-entity reporting


• Excellent technical accounting knowledge (IFRS and/or GAAP)


• Fluent English (minimum B2 level)


• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall digital proficiency

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a consolidation accountant, ideally in a multinational or European organisation or within audit


• Experience working with complex group structures and multiple currencies


• Familiarity with financial consolidation systems/tools


• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail


• Ability to manage deadlines and work across multiple stakeholders and geographies


• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

Why Join Us?

At Olleco Bunge, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of sustainability and innovation. You’ll have the opportunity to work in an international environment, develop your expertise in Group reporting, and contribute to meaningful projects that support the transition to a circular economy.