Accounting Generalist

The Finance Accounting Assistant supports the Finance Manager in executing key financial and accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with internal controls, and adherence to company policies. This position is based at the CooperVision Shared Service Center (SEC) in Eerbeek, the Netherlands. Working at the office, hybrid working possible with a maximum of 2 days. Fulltime job/40 hours

• Strong accounting knowledge and expertise.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX requirements is preferred.
• Familiarity with Dutch tax regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Living in the surroundigs of Eerbeek
• Working at the office, working at home possible for maximum of 2 days

Experience

• Experience working in a European subsidiary of a U.S.-based multinational organization. Experience operating within a matrix organization.

Education

• Degree or qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBO+/HBO level or equivalent).

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements (US GAAP, SOX, and Dutch GAAP).

• Maintain and monitor accounting processes and procedures.

• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and support external audits.

• Support the implementation and monitoring of financial controls.

• Perform balance sheet and account reconciliations.

• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and management information.

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Process purchase invoices and respond to supplier inquiries.

• Manage Accounts Receivable activities and monitor Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).

• Perform supplier account reconciliations.

• Manage bank reconciliations and cash flow reporting.

• Coordinate and support Concur expense management processes.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Maintain bank accounts and cash books.

• Perform supplier account reconciliations