Accounting Assistant
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An Accounting Assistant processes purchase invoices and financial transactions, posts journals, supports month-end and year-end closing, prepares VAT and Intrastat filings, manages supplier payments and receivables/payables, and assists with audits and cash transactions.
About this role
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our Finance team as an Accounting Assistant. This role provides a supportive working environment, a high degree of responsibility, and the opportunity to work independently across a broad range of accounting and administrative activities. It is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys a dynamic and varied workload.
Key Responsibilities:
Process purchase invoices and financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Prepare and post accounting journals and other financial entries.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare and submit VAT returns and Intrastat declarations.
Manage supplier payments and maintain supplier account records.
Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable balances.
Assist with internal and external audit preparations.
Manage cash and cash equivalent transactions.
Perform general financial administration and other ad hoc administrative tasks as required.
Requirements
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who meets the following criteria:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent knowledge gained through at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Fluent in both Dutch and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Well-organized with excellent planning, prioritization, and time management abilities.
Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
Collaborative team player who can also work independently.
Ability to remain effective and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
We offer:
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Varied responsibilities across multiple areas of finance and accounting.
Opportunity to work independently and take ownership of key processes.
Exposure to a broad range of financial activities within an international organization
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