Interim Accounting & Tax Manager

Linum Consult; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major international company is seeking an Interim Accounting & Tax Manager for a 3-month contract in Amsterdam. The role involves developing accounting policies, managing various accounting aspects, and overseeing tax compliance. Candidates must have a degree in Accounting or Finance, with 8-10 years of experience, and strong knowledge of Dutch GAAP and IFRS. Immediate availability is required. Apply with your CV and financial details to the specified contact.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience in accounting and tax, including 1-2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of Dutch GAAP, tax, VAT, and IFRS.
• Experience in a sector with international operations or a large Dutch company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accounting policies and systems.
• Manage all aspects of accounting including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and tax calculations.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Tax management

Financial analysis

Compliance management

Fluency in English

Dutch language skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

MBA or Master's in Finance

Professional qualification (CFA, CMA, CA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems (preferably Oracle)

Job description

Interim Accounting & Tax Manager – Amsterdam

Client

Linum Consult’s client is a major international company working within the energy sector. They are seeking an Interim Accounting & Tax Manager for 3 months or more, to be based in their office in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining accounting and administrative policies, processes, and systems in line with the company’s standards, and in close compliance to relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards
• Managing all aspects of accounting; including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, banks, payroll, inventory, fixed assets
• Maintaining General Ledger accounts, ensuring proper and accurate journal entry preparation
• Establishing and maintaining a robust compliance framework, as well as maintaining and upgrading key business controls
• Preparing statutory financial statements and related disclosures, and procuring timely filing to satisfy local compliance requirements
• Preparing financial statements and related disclosures under IFRS for the company’s consolidation purposes
• Providing support and coordinating management responses to Internal Audit
• Preparing and reviewing tax calculations, estimates and reports
• Ensuring a robust tax compliance framework and timely filing of all corporate tax returns

Profile

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, preferably with an MBA or master’s in Finance. Professional qualification such as CFA, CMA, CA, or ACCA
• At least 8-10 years’ experience in accounting and tax, with 1-2 years in a managerial role
• Must have worked in a sector with common international holdings and international structures, or a Dutch-based company with several subsidiaries overseas carrying out cross-border transactions
• Very strong understanding of Dutch GAAP, Dutch Tax, Dutch VAT, IFRS
• Previous experience of market-leading ERP systems, Financial Management and consolidation systems (Oracle preferably)
• Big4 experience in the field of Audit, Tax, and Assurance would be advantageous
• Fluent in English, with at least B1 level Dutch language skills or extensive experience of working in the Netherlands
• Immediate availability for a short-term contract

Application Process

If you feel that you have the right background and experience to take up this challenging position, please formally submit your CV along with your current financial package details to Fatima Rodriguez at [e-mail].

If your application is successful, we will contact you within 72 hours.