General Ledger Accountant

JEK recruitment B.V.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent work with flexibility

Company pension scheme

Attractive compensation package

Strong collegial support

Flat hierarchies and open culture

Job summary

JEK recruitment B.V. is seeking a strong GL Accountant to own payroll accounting as a core part of our finance function in Amsterdam.

You will ensure the accounting side is accurate, validate data sent to our external payroll provider, and review the provider’s output before posting to the ledger. Beyond payroll, you’ll support month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and ad hoc projects within the Finance team, reporting to the Finance Manager – EMEA and coordinating with the payroll

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with or reviewing output from an external payroll provider is a strong plus; no payroll-law expertise required.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard finance/expense platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.
• Well-organised, structured, and able to manage multiple deadlines with attention to detail.
• Native fluency in English; additional European languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post payroll journals and reconcile payroll reports and general ledger accounts.
• Validate payroll data before submission to the external payroll provider and review output for accuracy.
• Ensure variable compensation (stock options, RSUs, bonuses, commissions) is correctly reflected in the accounts.
• Maintain audit-ready payroll records and general ledger documentation; support audits.
• Act as the internal contact on payroll accounting matters with the external payroll provider and Finance leadership.
• Review and process expense reports and ensure timely payment.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and finance projects as needed.

Skills

General Ledger

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Finance/Expense platforms

Job description

Your role

We're looking for a strong GL Accountant who will take ownership of payroll accounting as a core part of a broader finance role. You won't need in-depth knowledge of local payroll legislation — the company's external payroll provider manages compliance and legislative rules across EMEA. Your role is to ensure the accounting side is accurate: validating data going to the provider, checking their output, and making sure everything lands correctly in the ledger.

Payroll accounting occupies a defined part of the month; for the remainder, you'll be fully embedded in the wider Finance team, supporting month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and ad hoc projects. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager – EMEA, you'll work closely with the finance team and the external payroll provider.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and post payroll journals and reconcile payroll reports, payments, and payroll‑related general ledger accounts.
• Validate payroll data before submission to the external payroll provider, and critically review the provider's output for accuracy before sign‑off.
• Ensure amounts relating to stock options, RSUs, bonuses, commissions, and other variable compensation are correctly reflected in the accounts.
• Maintain audit‑ready payroll records and general ledger documentation; support internal and external audits.
• Act as the internal point of contact on payroll accounting matters, liaising closely with the external payroll provider and Finance leadership.
• Review and process expense reports, ensuring correct recording and timely payment.
• For the remainder of the month, provide broader support to the Finance team: reconciliations, reporting, month‑end close activities, and finance projects as needed.
• Recommend improvements to payroll accounting processes and controls.

Your profile

• A strong background as a General Ledger Accountant, with solid technical accounting skills — this is an accounting role first, payroll‑focused second.
• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working alongside or reviewing output from an external payroll provider is a strong plus; no legislative/payroll law expertise is required.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard finance/expense platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.
• Well‑organised, structured, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines with close attention to detail.
• A positive, approachable personality — you'll be a key point of contact across the business.
• Native fluency in English required; additional European languages preferred.

What we offer

• Independent work with lots of flexibility and creative freedom
• Company pension scheme
• Attractive compensation package
• A great team with strong collegial support
• Flat hierarchies, a respectful leadership culture, and an open working atmosphere