Project Finance Accountant

Haskoning; Amersfoort; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Hybrid work model

Vacation days

Home office allowance

Learning programs

Mobility allowance

NS Business Card

Lease car

Job summary

Haskoning Netherlands is seeking a Project Finance Accountant to join our Finance team. You will collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate financial administration and internal controls across a diverse portfolio of projects, contributing to better financial visibility and governance.

You will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and working capital optimization while receiving extensive on-the-job training and support from seasoned colleagues in a global consultancy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance & Control or accounting field
• Experience with invoicing and ERP/accounting systems
• Strong English written and spoken; Dutch a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and integrity of project financial administration and internal controls.
• Manage invoicing and optimise working capital across the project portfolio.
• Build relationships with finance colleagues and project managers as a trusted finance partner.
• Support project control activities and monitor project control alerts.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Assist project managers with budgeting, forecasting, invoicing and WIP reviews.
• Work with a team of finance professionals with coaching and support.

Skills

Financial accounting

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance & Control

Accounting background

Tools

ERP systems

Invoicing automation

Job description

Looking to kick-start your career in finance? This could be the opportunity you're looking for. As a Project Finance Accountant, you'll play a central role within our organisation, working in a dynamic environment alongside colleagues from a wide range of professional backgrounds and disciplines. Together, you'll contribute to projects that make a positive impact on society.

What you will do as a Project Finance Accountant

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop and apply your financial expertise. You will work closely with project managers and finance colleagues to ensure the accuracy and quality of our project financial administration.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the quality and integrity of project financial administration and performing internal controls.
• Managing the invoicing process and helping to optimise working capital positions across your project portfolio. You continuously look for opportunities to improve, simplify and accelerate processes.
• Building strong relationships with finance colleagues and supporting project managers in their financial responsibilities, acting as a trusted finance business partner.
• Supporting project control activities for basic projects, including monitoring project control alerts and collaborating with Project Controllers and Business Unit Controllers.
• Contributing to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Acting as the first point of contact for project managers on basic projects, proactively supporting them with financial matters such as project budgeting, forecasting, invoicing and work-in-progress (WIP) reviews.
• Working as part of a team of finance professionals, with extensive on-the-job training, coaching and support from experienced colleagues.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

The Finance team at Haskoning consists of more than 200 professionals and operates across multiple countries. The department is organised around two key areas of expertise: Business Control and Financial Control.

What you bring

With a solid understanding of financial accounting, control principles and related processes, you are able to apply your knowledge effectively in practice. You are accurate, proactive and take ownership of your work. You communicate clearly and build strong working relationships with project managers and other stakeholders.

In addition, you have:

• A recently completed Bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance & Control. Candidates with a background in Accounting or a related field, combined with relevant experience, are also encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of related disciplines such as invoicing, automation and ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong English language skills, both written and spoken. Proficiency in Dutch is considered an advantage.

What you can expect from us

AtHaskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success.That’swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A solid foundation:A competitive base salary (between €2.858 and €4.082 gross per month based on a 40-hour workweek) with annual increases.
• An attractive compensation package:Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares andshare inour success.
• Work-life balance:28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with theoptiontopurchaseanadditional16.5 daysper year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, work-from-home allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities:A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Mobility and travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at one of our offices and the freedom to travel in a way that suits you. You will receive an attractive mileage allowance (up to €0.45 per km for business travel), an NS Business Card, and theoptionof a lease car when you travel extensively for work.
• Informal and inclusive culture:A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and YoungHaskoning.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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