Financial Accountant

Are you eager to learn quickly, take ownership, and grow your career within a global organization? Do you have a strong eye for detail and enjoy working across both accounting and controlling responsibilities?

Location: Leusden
Position: Accountant / Controller

About the Company
Our client is a global player in the agricultural sector. The Dutch entities are part of the group’s international structure and play a key role in supporting finance and reporting activities across the region. The organization operates in a structured, international environment with clear processes and close collaboration across global teams.

The Opportunity
We are looking for a highly motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented Financial Controller/Accountant to join the Dutch office in Leusden. This is a key role within the global finance function, reporting directly to the Managing Director of the Dutch holdings. You will be responsible for a wide range of finance-related tasks across accounting, controlling, tax, and reporting for several entities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Execute daily accounting for four Dutch entities
• Prepare statutory financial statements
• Lead month-end closings and prepare monthly forecasts
• Control quarterly depreciation, amortization, accruals, and prepayments
• Assist and coordinate with external auditors

Reporting

• Monthly forecast reporting for four entities
• Quarterly group financial reporting

Controlling

• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Monthly payroll control
• Quarterly intercompany control
• Oversight of payments and new vendor onboarding
• Monitor and control prepayments

Tax (beneficial but not necessary)

• Prepare VAT returns for three Dutch entities
• Handle CIT declarations for four Dutch entities
• Manage Certificates of Residence
• Support transfer pricing and withholding tax processes
• Serve as point of contact for the external tax advisor

Who are we looking for?
Professional experience

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
• Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in an international corporate environment
• Proven experience in tax matters is highly valued
• Experience with SBO (SAP Business One) is a strong advantage

Personal Attributes

• Fast learner with a structured and systematic mindset
• Highly analytical and capable of prioritizing effectively
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• High integrity and strong organizational skills
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) – this is the working language
• Comfortable working in an international, multicultural environment

Why apply?
This role offers a great opportunity to learn quickly in a dynamic and international environment. You will work closely with the Managing Director and be directly involved in key financial processes, gaining valuable exposure and responsibility. It’s a strong stepping stone for professionals looking to grow their career within a global organization.

Robert Walters Netherlands is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.