Senior Accountant Operations

Altum Consulting; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Career progression

Hybrid & international working

ClassPass membership

Company events

Job summary

Altum Consulting is partnering with a prestigious, global investment firm to appoint a Senior Accountant Operations to join their high-performing finance team in Amsterdam.

You will work closely with investment teams and stakeholders to ensure robust controls and accurate accounting as part of a fast-paced, international environment. This hands-on role focuses on data accuracy, process improvements, and deal activity support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Economics or similar.
• 3+ years' experience in an accounting or financial controls role (funds/investments/financial services advantageous).
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong hands-on experience with accounting systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and validate broad and complex sets of accounting transactions.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data within the portfolio accounting system via monitoring, reconciliations and monthly controls.
• Own and manage all controls processes.

Skills

English fluency

Advanced Excel

US GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance/Accounting/Business Economics

Accountancy qualification beneficial

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Altum Consulting is partnering with a prestigious, global investment firm to appoint a Senior Accountant to join their high-performing and internationally focused finance operations team located in the vibrant city of Amsterdam.

Our client is a market leading, award-winning investment firm with a strong global footprint and a consistent track record of growth and performance. With over 20 offices worldwide, Amsterdam serves as a key hub for their Dutch operations.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced, operationally minded accountant who enjoys working close to the business, ensuring accuracy of data, improving processes, and supporting deal activity in a dynamic international environment.

The Role

As Senior Accountant Operations, you will play a key role in the integrity and oversight of investment accounting activities. You will work closely with investment teams and internal stakeholders to ensure robust controls and smooth execution of transaction related processes.

This is a hands on position requiring strong system knowledge, critical thinking and attention to detail within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and validate broad and complex sets of accounting transactions
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness and integrity of data within the portfolio accounting system through ongoing monitoring, reconciliations and monthly controls
• Have ownership and management of all controls processes
• Identifying discrepancies within the accounting transactions and resolving any issues in an accurate and timely manner
• Support internal and external stakeholders by providing detailed financial information and analysis as requested
• Support investment teams throughout the deal life cycle from an accounting perspective
• Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external counter parties such as auditors
• Continuously review and enhance investment accounting processes, controls and documentation

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Economics or similar
• 3+ years' experience in an accounting or financial controls role (experience within funds, investments or financial services is highly advantageous)
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong hands-on experience with accounting systems and advanced Excel
• Experience working with large data sets and complex financial information
• An accountancy qualification is beneficial but not essential.

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Practical, solutions-oriented mindset
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong analytical capability with a structured approach
• Confident communicator able to work effectively with international stakeholders
• Fluency in English. Any additional languages are advantageous

What our Client Offers

• Exceptional bonus scheme - above market average
• Full company contribution pension scheme
• Clear progression opportunities
• Hybrid and International working options
• Free ClassPass membership
• Company and team events throughout the year
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth, international environment

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised firm with a strong collaborative culture and high-performance standards. You will become part of a specialist accounting team that plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence across the organisation.