Description
Senior Accountant - Benelux Region
Location:
Hemel Hempstead
Hybrid Working:
3 days in the office, 2 days from home
Travel Required:
0 - 5%
Position Overview
As a Senior Accountant for the Netherlands and Belgium, you will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with local accounting standards. This position reports directly to the
Benelux Local Controller
and requires strong knowledge of Belgium and Dutch GAAP and familiarity with Belgian and Dutch accounting regulations. This is a perfect role for anyone with prior experience of accounting for the
Benelux region .
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and submit accurate and timely financial information in accordance with US GAAP,
Dutch and Belgian GAAP , ensuring compliance with local regulations. Prepare and analyse monthly accounts to Trial Balance for
Benelux entities . Local Compliance:
Stay abreast of changes in Dutch and Belgian accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements. Prepare
Monthly VAT and Intrastat Returns
for the Netherlands and Belgium. Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory returns to local authorities. Month-end and Year-end Closing:
Lead month-end processes for the
Benelux entities , including journal entries, cashbooks, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and reporting. General Ledger Management:
Maintain integrity of general ledgers, ensuring accurate coding and documentation. Oversee maintenance of
Benelux fixed asset registers . Audit Support:
Collaborate with internal and external auditors, providing documentation to ensure smooth audit trails for
Benelux operations . Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work with Shared Services Centres and local teams to resolve queries and ensure seamless financial operations. Provide supplementary schedules and analysis for
quarterly reporting . Process Improvement:
Identify process optimization opportunities and implement improvements for efficiency and accuracy. Ensure financial operations comply with
Sarbanes-Oxley
control framework standards. Requirements
Essential
Benelux accounting experience
to with a minimum of 5 years PQE and 3 years in a similar role. Qualified or part-qualified professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent). Strong
Dutch language skills
(fluency required). Hands-on experience with ERP systems. Proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
with strong analytical skills. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Capability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results. Desirable
Experience working in a
US multinational
environment. Familiarity with
Oracle ERP
systems. In-depth knowledge of Dutch and Belgian
GAAP
and local compliance regulations. Experience supporting finance operations for a
Shared Services Centre . Qualifications
Qualifications
Relevant Accountancy qualification. Minimum 3-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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Senior Accountant - Benelux Region
Location:
Hemel Hempstead
Hybrid Working:
3 days in the office, 2 days from home
Travel Required:
0 - 5%
Position Overview
As a Senior Accountant for the Netherlands and Belgium, you will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with local accounting standards. This position reports directly to the
Benelux Local Controller
and requires strong knowledge of Belgium and Dutch GAAP and familiarity with Belgian and Dutch accounting regulations. This is a perfect role for anyone with prior experience of accounting for the
Benelux region .
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and submit accurate and timely financial information in accordance with US GAAP,
Dutch and Belgian GAAP , ensuring compliance with local regulations. Prepare and analyse monthly accounts to Trial Balance for
Benelux entities . Local Compliance:
Stay abreast of changes in Dutch and Belgian accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements. Prepare
Monthly VAT and Intrastat Returns
for the Netherlands and Belgium. Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory returns to local authorities. Month-end and Year-end Closing:
Lead month-end processes for the
Benelux entities , including journal entries, cashbooks, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and reporting. General Ledger Management:
Maintain integrity of general ledgers, ensuring accurate coding and documentation. Oversee maintenance of
Benelux fixed asset registers . Audit Support:
Collaborate with internal and external auditors, providing documentation to ensure smooth audit trails for
Benelux operations . Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work with Shared Services Centres and local teams to resolve queries and ensure seamless financial operations. Provide supplementary schedules and analysis for
quarterly reporting . Process Improvement:
Identify process optimization opportunities and implement improvements for efficiency and accuracy. Ensure financial operations comply with
Sarbanes-Oxley
control framework standards. Requirements
Essential
Benelux accounting experience
to with a minimum of 5 years PQE and 3 years in a similar role. Qualified or part-qualified professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent). Strong
Dutch language skills
(fluency required). Hands-on experience with ERP systems. Proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
with strong analytical skills. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Capability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results. Desirable
Experience working in a
US multinational
environment. Familiarity with
Oracle ERP
systems. In-depth knowledge of Dutch and Belgian
GAAP
and local compliance regulations. Experience supporting finance operations for a
Shared Services Centre . Qualifications
Qualifications
Relevant Accountancy qualification. Minimum 3-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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