Senior Finance Controller - Benelux (NL/BE), Close & VAT

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics do Brasil; Pasay; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics do Brasil is seeking an Accounting Operations Associate to support the Benelux organization with month-end close, VAT and statutory processes. The role requires independent handling of complex accounting topics and proactive process improvement.

You will work with GBS and local teams, review GL accounts, perform reconciliations, and assist with audits under the guidance of the local CFO. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong financial accounting knowledge.
• Several years of relevant experience in accounting, controlling or a senior finance position.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close and balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Able to independently analyze and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to take ownership of issues through to resolution.
• Comfortable working with ERP systems and large volumes of financial data.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work effectively with an international finance organization.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate month-end closing activities, including review of GL accounts, accruals, provisions, reconciliations and correcting entries.
• Perform balance-sheet reconciliations and investigate aged or unexplained balances.
• Analyze accounting issues and independently determine appropriate accounting treatment and corrective actions.
• Support preparation, reconciliation and submission of VAT returns, preferably with prior practical VAT compliance experience.
• Ensure transactions and balances are correctly reflected in the general ledger and investigate accounting discrepancies.
• Take the lead with year-end close, audit and statutory reporting requirements, supported by local CFO.
• Work with GBS and local teams to resolve accounting and process issues rather than simply identifying them.
• Identify recurring problems and propose practical process and control improvements.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and accounting topics as required.
• Review opportunities for automation

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics do Brasil is seeking an Accounting Operations Associate to support the Benelux organization with month-end close, VAT and statutory processes. The role requires independent handling of complex accounting topics and proactive process improvement.

You will work with GBS and local teams, review GL accounts, perform reconciliations, and assist with audits under the guidance of the local CFO. Strong English communication is essential.