Financial Accountant

Amsterdam, reference 2024-01963

Job description

• Keep the Finance Manager informed of significant issues impacting local objectives or requiring higher-level intervention.
• Ensure local financial processes are well-documented, and systems and controls are operating effectively.
• Provide local management with core financial performance insights.
• Drive financial planning for The Netherlands by analyzing performance and risks.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory and fiscal requirements.
• Deliver timely group reporting on a periodic basis.

• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely financial records (AP/AR/GL), including booking and reconciling sales, purchase ledgers, payroll, cash, and general ledger entries.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, including group reporting.
• Prepare and file VAT, UWV, and other tax obligations, including corporation tax (VPB) for local entities.
• Handle intercompany accounting and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure accurate financial administration for the Netherlands, covering both holding and operating entities.
• Support the production of company and consolidated accounts, ensuring compliance with local and group standards.
• Manage cash collection and related activities.

• Prepare detailed financial performance reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
• Deliver analysis and input on forecasts, budgets, and cost reports (budget vs. costs).
• Ensure compliance with financial laws, local statutory requirements, and guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits, including liaising with auditors and following up on audit packs.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of contracts.

• Support project management initiatives for financial process changes and coordinate implementations.
• Assist in improving financial processes to enhance accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to elevate the team’s capabilities.
• Maintain and optimize finance systems, including SAP and Accountview.

• Provide financial education to local teams through workshops, manuals, and standardized reporting templates as needed.
• Collaborate on team training initiatives to enhance knowledge and skills within the finance team.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training efforts for finance team members.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to set team objectives and ensure timely annual performance assessments.

Requirements

• Solid accounting expertise. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• BSc/BA in accounting, finance, or a related field; MSc/MA or CPA qualification is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, and best practices (NL GAAP).
• Foundational knowledge of local tax legislation (e.g., VAT, WKR).
• Proficient in financial management systems such as SAP; knowledge of Accountview is a bonus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English.
• Analytical and strategic mindset with an attention to detail.
• Dependable, adaptable, and process-oriented.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.

Working conditions

• 27,5 vacation days
• full-time position (40 hours a week)
• 13th month
• pension scheme
• flexible WFH policy
• company phone/laptop
• travel expense coverage

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