About this role
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Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 20 locations worldwide.
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The Accounting Operations Associate plays a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of accounting through meticulous administrative and clerical support. This role demonstrates dependability in handling tasks, a caring attitude towards team collaboration, a proactive approach to improving processes, and a forward-thinking mindset to anticipate and solve challenges, all contributing to the operational success of the company.
About the Job
Provide experienced finance and accounting support to the Benelux organization. The role should be capable of independently handling complex accounting topics, supporting month-end close and statutory/tax processes, and acting as a problem-solver when accounting or process issues arise.
Key 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
Candidate profile
- Strong and extensive 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.
Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!
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