Chief Accountant (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

RETN; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Accountant to join their dynamic team in a hybrid work environment. This pivotal role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and preparing detailed management accounts and financial statements. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including external auditors and tax advisers, while also being responsible for the annual audit. With a focus on professional growth, this innovative firm offers a friendly atmosphere, travel opportunities, and support for obtaining job-related certificates. If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Private medical insurance

Access to learning platform

Travel opportunities

Friendly atmosphere

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a multi-national company.
• Knowledge of IFRS standards and local tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with IFRS standards.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements for reporting.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Accounting and Finance

ACCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chief Accountant (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closure in accordance with the IFRS standards.
• Maintain Fixed Assets Register, Prepayments, Accruals, Deferred Income.
• Preparation of management accounts and reports for Group reporting purposes (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, Fixed Assets Movements) including variances analysis.
• Preparation and filing of VAT and Corporation Tax returns.
• Preparation of financial statements for entities.
• Ensure compliance with local tax and accounting regulations.
• Liaise with Group Reporting Manager, external auditors, tax advisers, and local authorities.
• Be responsible for the annual audit.
• Additional duties/projects as assigned by management.

Job Requirements
• A degree in Accounting and Finance.
• Relevant accounting experience (preferably in a multi-national company), at least 5 years working in the Netherlands.
• Working knowledge of IFRS standards.
• Must have solid experience in the mentioned accounting activities.
• ACCA qualification (or relevant) with 3 years of post-qualification experience (strong advantage).
• Must have knowledge of current local tax and statutory requirements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills, analytic skills, and attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines with little supervision.

What do we offer
• Flexible, hybrid, and exciting work in an international environment.
• Friendly atmosphere.
• Travel opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Private medical insurance.
• Access to learning platform.
• Support in obtaining job-related certificates.