Assistant Controller

Netherlands – Lelyweg Almelo office

About this position:

Do you want to play an important role in optimisation our global finance
processes & systems, to make sure that they perfectly support our business
goals? Are you looking for a position in which you can fully
exploit your analytical, business partner and problem-solving skills? And do
you want to do this in an international, but very personal environment? Then
this might be your chance to become a part of our diverse and collaborative Global
Finance Team!

In this role you will be preparing statements that follow all
regulatory and accounting guidelines under the supervision of a controller. You
will be responsible for identifying and preventing discrepancies and helping
set up control systems. You will have the opportunity to accelerate in a
rapidly growing organisation. You’ll be playing your role in a lean team, so
your impact will be felt immediately.

What are your challenges?

• Support most aspects of accounting management (billing, tax forms, reporting etc.).
• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements for multiple countries.
• Manage journal entries, invoices etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing.
• Participate in preparation for the annual audit.
• Co-development of reports for management or regulatory bodies.
• Review the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.

What do you need to be successful
in this role?

• You are someone who can easily connect with the rest of the organisation, you are capable of signalling, escalating and chasing if necessary.
• You get energy from solving complex problems for a diversity of international stakeholders.
• You like to feel in control, that’s why you are well organised and have a strong sense of priority.
• You have solid knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (financial closure, reporting etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis.
• Fluent command of Dutch and English
• Knowledge of MS Office (especially excel) and accounting software (SAP).

  Great to have:

• Bachelor’s in Accountancy, Business Economics or similar.
• 3-5 years’ experience as an assistant controller or other similar position.

  When you join:
  Your career will take off with the ‘New Hire Training’. We continue to stimulate our employees in improving their skills, knowledge and performance by in-house, on-the-job training, and external training. We value entrepreneurship and commitment by offering real career possibilities.
  You become part of a growing company where you can shape the future of our work processes.

  YES, I WANT THIS JOB:
  Please click APPLY NOW to submit your CV and
  motivation letter.