Accountant

Karl Lagerfeld; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development courses/training

Remote working arrangements

Relocation allowance

Bonus holidays

Brand discounts

Exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL

Job summary

Karl Lagerfeld is seeking an experienced Accountant in Amsterdam to oversee financial reporting processes for Dutch entities. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with Dutch GAAP, managing month-end closes, and delivering insightful financial reports.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in financial reporting, strong communication skills, and a university degree in Finance or Accounting. Opportunities for growth within the company are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial reporting/accounting, ideally within retail.
• Experience with Dutch statutory reporting and VAT compliance is preferred.
• Strong systems knowledge, including ERP platforms and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of financial reporting and trial balance integrity.
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and robust reconciliations.
• Lead month-end close and reporting processes.
• Deliver high-quality trial balances and reporting packages.
• Coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in financial reporting/accounting

Strong communication skills

Fluency in English

Experience with Dutch statutory reporting and VAT compliance

Strong systems knowledge (ERP platforms)

Education

University degree or diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to take ownership of the financial reporting processes for our largest Dutch-based entities from a financial reporting perspective. This role goes beyond traditional accounting, focusing also on compliance with Dutch GAAP and strengthening the integrity of our financial data.

You will play a key role in shaping accurate and timely financial reporting across areas such as statutory reporting, VAT, and financial close processes.

In this position, you will report to the Holding Controller based in Amsterdam. This position plays a central role in the Finance department and offers a great opportunity for further career steps within Karl Lagerfeld.

About the company

Karl Lagerfeld is a dynamic, fast-growing company built on professionalism and strong values, with headquarters in Paris and Amsterdam and a diverse international team.

The role

Interested in working for a fast-growing international retail company?

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of financial reporting and trial balance integrity for Dutch entities across Wholesale, Digital, and Royalty revenue streams, including payroll, transfer pricing activities, accruals, and period-end adjustments.
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and robust reconciliations, including revenue analysis, improvements in wholesale reconciliations, inventory and POS-related reconciliations, intercompany balances, and key balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure all reconciliations are fully supported, accurate, and aligned with underlying data sources.
• Lead month-end close and reporting processes by executing month-end close in line with the reporting calendar and deadlines.
• Deliver high-quality trial balances and reporting packages in OneStream, providing clear and insightful financial commentary.
• Perform post-close validation checks to ensure completeness and accuracy in line with SOX compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement by optimizing financial reporting processes and controls and leveraging AI to drive efficient Finance processes.
• Own and maintain the financial reporting calendar.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT, social taxes, and corporate income tax filings.
• Coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audits by providing high-quality documentation, reconciliations, and explanations, and liaising with auditors.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, support projects, and contribute to Finance team initiatives with a focus on insight and business value.

The profile

• 3+ years of experience in financial reporting/accounting, ideally within retail.
• Experience with Dutch statutory reporting and VAT compliance is preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English; Dutch is an advantage.
• University degree or diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
• Strong systems knowledge, including ERP platforms and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality output under tight deadlines.
• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders and management levels.
• Interest and motivation to grow into a broader financial control and reporting role.

Why #TEAMKARL?

• Learning and development courses/training
• Opportunity to make an impact
• Remote working arrangements
• Relocation allowance
• Bonus holidaysWorking in the heart of Amsterdam
• Brand discounts
• Exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL