Junior Financial Controller

GKN Aerospace; Papendrecht; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

Competitive gross monthly salary

Travel allowance

Excellent pension scheme

40 holidays for full-time employment

Job summary

A global aerospace company is seeking a GL Accountant in Papendrecht to support their finance team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of GL accounting experience and will be responsible for processing financial transactions, preparing financial reports, and maintaining balance sheet specifications. Essential skills include strong communication, stakeholder management, and fluency in Dutch and English. The company offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in GL Accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in month-end close activities.
• Ability to work in an international setting.
• Can-do mentality, ability to work in an international setting.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; strong reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Process financial and accounting transactions for GKN Fokker companies.
• Prepare reports including period figures for consolidation.
• Maintain balance sheet specifications.
• Assist with accounting issues and reports.
• Support Financial Controller with compliance.
• Provide financial data and explanations for year-end closing to internal and external accountants.
• Support the Financial Controller and ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations.
• Perform ad hoc tasks to support the wider finance team.
• Drive process improvements and efficiency in the finance department.

Skills

GL Accounting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Fluent in Dutch and English

Education

Degree (HBO) in relevant discipline

MBO with relevant experience

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Do you already have some experience in GL Accounting and you are ready for the next step in a matrix organization? Are you fascinated by the high tech manufacturing industry and you would like to work alongside experienced and passionate professionals? Then look no further, because our Finance team is looking for a GL Accountant to grow its Accounting team!

The Finance team based in Papendrecht consists of 3 teams: Accounting and Reporting, Project Finance, and Tax. The Accounting & Reporting team is now looking for a Senior GL Accountant, who will collaborate closely with the Financial Controllers on the analysis of financial figures and they will provide input on the annual financial statements. This is a broad financial role within a specialized team.

What You Will Do

• Process financial and accounting transactions of GKN Fokker companies, including administratively handling the delivery of monthly figures and the closing of journal entries.
• Prepare various reports including the period figures in the Group's consolidation package, ensuring the accuracy of the reported figures.
• Maintain and improve balance sheet specifications including providing support for the delivery of internal control programs.
• Assist with accounting issues and prepare accounting reports (e.g. impairment tests, valuation of inventory, provisions).
• Prepare CBS returns and monthly accruals and assist with intercompany reconciliation.
• Provide financial data and explanations for the year-end closing to both internal and external accountants.
• Support the Financial Controller, ensuring compliance with the financial guidelines and regulations.
• Perform additional ad hoc tasks to support the wider finance team.
• Continuously strive for process improvement and efficiency within the finance department.

What You Will Bring

• A completed degree (HBO) in a relevant discipline (e.g. SPD opleiding) or MBO with several years of experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Hands on experience in month‑end close activities, very good understanding of all balance sheet accounts.
• Can‑do mentality, ability to work in an international setting.
• Fluent in both Dutch and English.
• Work independently, team player, stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication skills and good reporting skills.

What We Will Offer

We are committed to offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities, a career that can go in many directions thanks to our breadth of international opportunities. By being part of GKN Fokker Aerospace that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry, you will know that you will be working towards being the most trusted partner in the aerospace industry.

In the role of Business Controller, you will belong to an international team of experts. We will not only provide you with the conditions to perform at the best of your capabilities, but we will also support and promote your professional and personal development.

Furthermore, We Will Offer You

• A gross monthly salary based on grade J of CLA Metalektro, depending on your work experience.
• 8% holiday allowance.
• 40 holidays for full‑time employment in line with the Collective Labor Agreement Metalektro.
• An excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance.
• Hybrid working, giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working.
• A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.

Next to a competitive package, we will offer you a world of opportunities: we want to see your career fly! We will support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That's the beauty of being part of a global business, once you're on board you never know where your career journey may take you!

How To Apply

Apply online by sending us your CV. Due to data privacy reasons we do not handle any applications sent by email. For additional questions you can contact Ioanna Dimitriadi, Talent Acquisition Specialist, via [e-mail].

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.