Senior Trade Accountant — IFRS, Audits & Controls

Marlin Selection; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlin Selection is seeking a senior finance professional in the Netherlands to lead financial accounting and closing processes. The role requires seven years of related experience and a deep understanding of IFRS, Dutch GAAP and Belgian GAAP, with strong analytical and communication skills in English and Dutch.

You will strengthen internal controls, support audits, and contribute to statutory financial statements while collaborating with international teams on transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics required.
• At least seven years' experience in financial accounting, financial control or audit.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Dutch GAAP and Belgian GAAP is essential.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills; fluent in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of trading results and financial transactions during closing periods.
• Maintain strong financial controls and support audits; prepare statutory financial statements.
• Identify control weaknesses and drive finance transformation with international stakeholders.

Skills

Month-end closing

Year-end closing

IFRS knowledge

Dutch GAAP knowledge

Auditing experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Dutch

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Job description

Marlin Selection is seeking a senior finance professional in the Netherlands to lead financial accounting and closing processes. The role requires seven years of related experience and a deep understanding of IFRS, Dutch GAAP and Belgian GAAP, with strong analytical and communication skills in English and Dutch.

You will strengthen internal controls, support audits, and contribute to statutory financial statements while collaborating with international teams on transformation initiatives.