Finance assistant

Klaas Puul BV; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 3,000–3,400 EUR gross/month

25 days holiday

Pension scheme (60% employer portion)

Travel allowance

Training and development

Informal, supportive atmosphere

Drinks at office/events

Healthy lifestyle initiatives

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Klaas Puul BV is seeking a Financial Administrator to ensure accurate financial records and timely reports. You will support month-end closings, handle invoices, payments, and VAT submissions, and drive process improvements across the finance team.

We value proactive, reliable professionals with strong communication and an eye for detail. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package accompany a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment in the Netherlands.

Qualifications

• A completed intermediate or higher vocational education in a financial discipline.
• Experience in a financial administrative role.
• Experience with financial systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Good command of the Dutch and English languages.
• An accurate and independent work ethic.
• You are proactive, have strong communication skills, are reliable and enjoy thinking along about improvements.

Responsibilities

• Process and check purchase invoices.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including sending reminders and formal notices.
• Monitor outstanding items and payment terms.
• Process bank transactions and cash flows.
• Check and maintain general ledger and sub-ledgers.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end closes.
• Prepare financial reports and statements.
• Prepare and submit VAT and CBS returns, among other things.
• Assist with audits and financial controls.
• Identify anomalies and contribute ideas for process improvements.
• Contribute to further digitalisation and automation of administrative processes.

Skills

Dutch language

English language

Independent work ethic

Proactive communication

Reliability

Education

Intermediate or higher vocational education in a financial discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Financial Officer About Klaas Puul Klaas Puul BV has been one of the most prominent producers of fresh fish products in Europe for decades. From the catch to the delivery to the customer: Klaas Puul manages it...

Klaas Puul BV has been one of the leading producers of fresh fish products in Europe for decades. From catch to delivery to the customer, Klaas Puul manages the entire production and processing process. Thanks to our high-standard production system and authentic craftsmanship, we offer the very highest quality in shrimp. Want to work at an organisation recognised for its success? Klaas Puul is among the finalists of the Noord-Holland Entrepreneurial Election 2026, a wonderful confirmation of our ambition.,

What are you going to do

As a Financial Administrator, you ensure that our financial records are processed fully, promptly and accurately. You are a key link within the finance department and work closely with your colleagues to ensure that financial data is reliable and reports are available on time.

In addition to your daily administrative duties, you will assist with month-end and year-end closings and actively contribute ideas on improving and streamlining processes. Furthermore, you will be involved in:

• Processing and checking purchase invoices;
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, including sending reminders and formal notices;
• Monitoring outstanding items and payment terms;
• Processing bank transactions and cash flows;
• Checking and maintaining general ledger and sub-ledgers;
• Assisting with month-end, quarter-end and year-end closes;
• Preparing financial reports and statements;
• Preparing and submitting VAT and CBS returns, among other things;
• Assisting with audits and financial controls;
• Identifying anomalies and contributing ideas for process improvements;
• Contributing to the further digitalisation and automation of administrative processes.

Depending on your experience, you will also be given the opportunity to play a greater role within system administration and process optimisation.

Who are we looking for?

• A completed intermediate or higher vocational education in a financial discipline;
• Experience in a financial administrative role;
• Experience with financial systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office;
• Good command of the Dutch and English languages;
• An accurate and independent work ethic;
• You are proactive, have strong communication skills, are reliable and enjoy thinking along about improvements.

What do we offer?

• A salary between €3,000 and €3,400 gross per month based on full-time employment, depending on knowledge and experience;
• 25 days' holiday based on full-time employment;
• A good pension scheme under which Klaas Puul pays 60% of the contribution;
• Travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometre;
• Opportunities for training and personal development;
• An informal and supportive working atmosphere;
• Throughout the year, pleasant company drinks at the office or at the Dijk in Volendam;
• Klaas Puul encourages a healthy lifestyle. For example, fresh fruit is delivered to the office twice a week, we work in partnership with Bedrijfsfitness Nederland, and you can purchase a bicycle with an attractive financial advantage through our cycle-to-work scheme.