Senior Accountant New

Job Description

EMEA Recruitment is working with a multinational organization that is seeking a seasoned finance professional to ensure its Dutch entity meets all relevant European financial and regulatory requirements.

The role involves managing financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls while collaborating with teams across multiple regions, including the UK, Europe, and the US.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant:

• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities for both internal and statutory reporting
• Ensure compliance with financial and tax regulations in the Netherlands, as well as in other EU countries such as Spain and France
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, EC Sales Lists, and Intrastat reports for the Dutch entity
• Liaise with external tax advisors on compliance matters, tax strategy, and filings
• Prepare financial statements for the Dutch entity and transition outsourced processes internally
• Assist with internal and external audits and help maintain robust internal control systems
• Provide financial analysis to support business decisions, including cost, variance, and profitability analysis

 

Skills & Experience Sought:

• 6-8 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Audit roles; a recognized accounting qualification is a plus
• Strong understanding of EU VAT rules and regulatory compliance
• In-depth knowledge of Dutch tax systems
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and Microsoft Excel
• Fluent in English and Dutch (both written and verbal)

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.