Accounting Specialist

Expertum Consulting; Sittard; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Close collaboration with experienced colleagues

Opportunities for personal growth

Job summary

A consultancy company is seeking a Country Finance Lead responsible for overseeing the financial administration and compliance of entities within a SAP-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, with 3–5 years of relevant experience in financial closing and compliance. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in finance or controlling.
• Strong experience with financial closing and balance sheet management.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the monthly closing process, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and control the general ledger, including accruals and journal entries.
• Ensure local compliance, including VAT returns and statutory requirements.

Skills

Financial closing management

Balance sheet management

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance

Tools

SAP (S/4HANA Public Cloud)

Job description

At Expertum, we are a consultancy company built around people and expertise. We believe that strong results come from close collaboration, clear communication and a pragmatic approach.

Our consultants work in an environment where knowledge sharing, trust and personal growth are key. We combine passion for technology with a reassuring partnership for both our customers and our people.

Ready to take ownership of financial processes and make a real impact within an international SAP-driven environment? Then this role might be for you.

The Job

As Country Finance Lead, you are responsible for the financial administration, closing and compliance of one or more entities, ensuring reliable reporting towards the group.

• Own and manage the monthly closing process, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness
• Maintain and control the general ledger, including accruals, journal entries and reconciliations
• Ensure local compliance, including VAT returns and statutory requirements
• Align local financials with group reporting, ensuring consistency and transparency
• Prepare audit documentation and support external audits
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and ensure correct application of accounting policies
• Identify and drive improvements in financial processes and SAP systems
• Support and guide local finance team members, while acting as a sparring partner to the CFO and Group Controller

Your Profile

Must-haves

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or a related field
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in finance or controlling
• Strong experience with financial closing and balance sheet management
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and compliance

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SAP (S/4HANA Public Cloud)
• Experience with audit processes
• Experience in a group reporting or consolidation environment
• Hands‑on, pragmatic and solution‑oriented
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Able to take ownership and work independently
• Clear communicator and team player
• Comfortable in a dynamic and growing organization

What’s in it for you?

At Expertum, we put people first. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment where flexibility, trust and personal growth are key.

• A key role with real impact on the business
• A flexible and human‑centric working environment
• Close collaboration with experienced colleagues, including the CFO and Group Controller
• Opportunities to grow within an international and expanding organization

We also offer a competitive salary package, including: