Finance Senior Associate Opex

Ahold Delhaize; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Indefinite contract

26 days annual leave

Benefit card discounts

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize is seeking a Finance Senior Associate Opex to join the European Shared Services finance team. The role offers exposure to diverse accounting processes and opportunities to broaden expertise within a supportive environment.

You will handle general ledger postings, month-end activities, and accruals, while applying IFRS and local GAAP knowledge. A hybrid work setup includes part-time from home and three days in the Belgrade office.

Qualifications

• Level IV qualification (secondary education) in Economics or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Good command of English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accounting entries in the GL.
• Post invoices and expenses to correct GL accounts.
• Apply cost centers and allocation methodologies.
• Review documents, tax treatment, and entry accuracy.
• Prepare and post accruals and prepayments.
• Perform account reconciliations and support month-end close.
• Understand IFRS/local GAAP; apply when relevant.
• Identify and resolve common accounting discrepancies.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Education

Economics degree or related field

Level IV qualification (secondary education)

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Looking to take the next step in your finance career? Join a supportive team where you will have the opportunity to broaden your expertise, gain exposure to diverse accounting processes, and grow professionally in a company that values continuous learning and development.

About Ahold Delhaize

We’re Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups. Together with our seventeen strong local retail brands in Europe, the United States, and Indonesia, we share a passion for delivering great food, value and innovations.By bringing ideas to the table and acting on them, you help create a healthier tomorrow. Together, we make better choices accessible for millions of people every day.

Your new team

As Finance Senior Associate Opex, you will be joining our Finance team within European Shared Services.

Key focus areas of your role

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to independently prepare and post accounting entries
• Posting invoices and expenses to the appropriate General Ledger (GL) accounts
• Understanding of cost centers and cost allocation methodologies
• Reviewing supporting documentation, tax treatment, and the accuracy of accounting entries in line with established procedures
• Preparing and posting accruals and prepayments
• Performing account reconciliations and supporting month-end closing activities
• Good understanding of General Ledger (GL) accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end closing processes
• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards (IFRS and/or local GAAP) is considered an advantage
• Ability to identify and resolve common accounting discrepancies
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.

What’s in it for you?

At Ahold Delhaize, we create a caring culture where you feel safe and supported. Being part of our family of brands comes with cross-cultural teamwork, international experience, and room to explore across brands and functions. Your curiosity drives what’s next! We value your well-being, both at work and beyond. That’s why we offer benefits like flexible work options and a hybrid way of working: partly from home and partly from our office in Belgrade. This way, you can add something meaningful to our recipe. We enjoy connecting in our office and encourage you to spend at least three days a week here, based on a forty-hour work week.

Plus

• Minimum 26 days of paid annual leave
• Benefit card (discounts in our stores and other benefits with our partners)
• Indefinite contract with 6 months’ probation period
• International work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development

The ingredients you bring

Everyone brings their unique flavor. We believe this role comes to life when you bring the following experience:

• Level IV qualification (secondary education), degree in Economics or a related discipline
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in similar positions
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP), Pivot Tables
• Good command of English, both written and spoken

To excel in this role, you’ll bring a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement across all expense accounting processes.

Applications are open until 20.11.2026.

At Ahold Delhaize, we are open for everyone. We respect and embrace people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - including all genders, LGBTQ+ communities, abilities, nationalities, generations, and cultures. We are committed to creating a caring workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and able to thrive.