• Senior GL Accountant

Confidentieel Hilversum Vast 40 uur € 60.000 - € 70.000 E-commerce Bachelor (HBO) Senior Professional

Senior GL Accountant

What are you going to do
For our client, a new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services company based in Hilversum, we are looking for a Senior GL Accountant. As Senior GL Accountant you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring IFRS compliance and providing valuable insight to support strategic decision making. You will report directly to the Group Finance Operation Manager. For this position it is important to have a strong accounting background, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will thrive in a fast growing and ever changing environment. You will be able to work with tight deadlines and look forward to develop yourself as part of an international team. As the company continues to expand its global presence, this position offers the potential to grow into a leadership role. Therefore, the duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time.
Your tasks and responsibilities
  • Oversee 20+ holding companies’ preparation, review, and reconciliation of complex general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS and Group policies
  • Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Liaise with other group entities around the world on intercompany reconciliation and recharges
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, providing insights into the company's financial performance
  • Provide input to the FP&A team for updating the consolidated budgets and forecasts of the group
  • Maintain and improve internal controls related to the general ledger and financial reporting processes to mitigate risks and enhance financial integrity
  • Manage indirect tax filings (VAT, BTW, GST etc.)
  • Ad hoc projects as required
Your profile
  • You have a completed bachelor or master degree in financial direction, such as Accounting & Control or Financial reporting
  • You have at least five years of relevant work experience in Finance, preferably within an international company
  • You are analytical, have problem-solving skills, with the ability to dissect complex financial data and communicate insights effectively
  • You have advanced Excel skills. Experience with Exact Online, Blue10 and/or LucaNet is a plus
  • You have effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
  • You are a positive thinker with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs and a willingness to embrace continuous learning
  • Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
Your offer
  • A good salary of €60.000 - €70.000,- based on earlier derived knowledge and experience
  • 25 vacation days
  • The possibility of hybrid working
  • Travel allowance or a NS Business card for public transport
  • Personal and professional growth is key. Various training courses are offered. This way you can continue to develop yourself in your function and as a person
  • Work experience in a global organisation. Join a close-knit and supportive team of professionals
  • Full-time contract for a set period of time with the opportunity for permanent employment
  • Great lunch and even better parties and winter sports
Company information
Organization and department description
Our client is a new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. They are building a purely digital advertising and marketing services business for global, multi-nationals, regional, local and millennial-driven influencer brands. The company is active in over 33 countries with over 8,500 people. Although the company itself is headquartered in London, a large part of the financial backbone is operating in Hilversum the Netherlands.

What are you going to do

For our client, a new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services company based in Hilversum, we are looking for a Senior GL Accountant. As Senior GL Accountant you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring IFRS compliance and providing valuable insight to support strategic decision making. You will report directly to the Group Finance Operation Manager. For this position it is important to have a strong accounting background, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will thrive in a fast growing and ever changing environment. You will be able to work with tight deadlines and look forward to develop yourself as part of an international team. As the company continues to expand its global presence, this position offers the potential to grow into a leadership role. Therefore, the duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time.

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Oversee 20+ holding companies’ preparation, review, and reconciliation of complex general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS and Group policies
  • Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Liaise with other group entities around the world on intercompany reconciliation and recharges
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, providing insights into the company's financial performance
  • Provide input to the FP&A team for updating the consolidated budgets and forecasts of the group
  • Maintain and improve internal controls related to the general ledger and financial reporting processes to mitigate risks and enhance financial integrity
  • Manage indirect tax filings (VAT, BTW, GST etc.)
  • Ad hoc projects as required

Your profile

  • You have a completed bachelor or master degree in financial direction, such as Accounting & Control or Financial reporting
  • You have at least five years of relevant work experience in Finance, preferably within an international company
  • You are analytical, have problem-solving skills, with the ability to dissect complex financial data and communicate insights effectively
  • You have advanced Excel skills. Experience with Exact Online, Blue10 and/or LucaNet is a plus
  • You have effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
  • You are a positive thinker with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs and a willingness to embrace continuous learning
  • Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing

Your offer

  • A good salary of €60.000 - €70.000,- based on earlier derived knowledge and experience
  • 25 vacation days
  • The possibility of hybrid working
  • Travel allowance or a NS Business card for public transport
  • Personal and professional growth is key. Various training courses are offered. This way you can continue to develop yourself in your function and as a person
  • Work experience in a global organisation. Join a close-knit and supportive team of professionals
  • Full-time contract for a set period of time with the opportunity for permanent employment
  • Great lunch and even better parties and winter sports

Company information

How long will it take you to get there?
Our client is a new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. They are building a purely digital advertising and marketing services business for global, multi-nationals, regional, local and millennial-driven influencer brands. The company is active in over 33 countries with over 8,500 people. Although the company itself is headquartered in London, a large part of the financial backbone is operating in Hilversum the Netherlands.

Application procedure

  • Apply to the vacancy on our website and add your resume
  • Have an introductory meeting at our office
  • Have an interview with the client
  • Have a second, and possibly, a third, interview with the client
  • If necessary make an assessment, and receive an offer you can’t refuse
  • Sign the contract and you will be ready to start your new job at your new employer!
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