Senior R2R Accountant
Key Skills
Job Description
Your scope of work Are you an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in Record-to-Report (R2R), financial reporting and consolidation? Do you enjoy working with complex accounting topics while also looking for ways to improve processes and ways of working? Then this could be your next opportunity at MediaMarkt BeNeLux. As a Senior R2R Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate, complete and timely execution of the Record-to-Report process for MediaMarkt BeNeLux. You will be closely involved in the month-end and year-end closing processes, financial reporting, consolidation and audit preparation. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will act as a trusted sparring partner on accounting, consolidation and reporting matters. At the same time, you will have an active role in improving and further professionalizing our R2R processes. You willtake end-to-end ownership of your assigned processes and work closely with our Global Business Shared Services team in Barcelona to ensure high-quality and timely delivery. Own and execute the R2R process, including month-end and year-end closing. Prepare and review financial reporting and consolidations. Perform balance sheet and P&L reconciliations and ensure accounting accuracy. Support audits, statutory reporting and compliance activities. Act as a sparring partner for the Finance Manager on accounting and IFRS matters. Work closely with the Global Business Shared Services team in Barcelona. Identify and implement improvements to R2R processes, controls and systems. Support tax accounting activities, including VAT reporting. Who are you? You are full of energy and thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Variety in your work and new challenges give you extra drive to spot opportunities and take initiative. With your proactive mindset, you actively contribute to the team, as you believe the best results are achieved together. You switch easily and adapt quickly to what’s needed. Do you recognize yourself in this? Then you’re a perfect fit for MediaMarkt! Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Accounting, Record-to-Report, Audit or a similar financial role. Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting. Experience with financial consolidation. Strong knowledge of SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluency in English, Dutch is a pré About Us At MediaMarkt, everything is built around the “Let’s Go!” mentality: not just a slogan, but a way of working and thinking. We love technology and enjoy sharing this passion with others. We have fun in what we do and aim to inspire. As the number one in the Benelux and Europe, we help shape how people experience and use technology. We make a difference and are ready for our customers across all channels. Together with over 50,000 colleagues across Europe, we are building the retail experience of the future every day. We believe that the best solutions arise when diverse perspectives come together. Diversity is key to achieving our vision: becoming the Experience Champion in consumer electronics. We value diversity, promote equal opportunities, and foster inclusion. Will you become part of our team? What do we offer you? An – without exaggeration – fantastic workplace in ‘De Rotterdam’ Opportunities for personal and professional growth Freedom and responsibility to shape your own role and bring ideas to life in a dynamic, opportunity-rich environment At MediaMarkt, we’re bold. We’re entrepreneurs within the company, which means you’ll have the opportunity to grow quickly and develop yourself in many directions. In addition, you’ll benefit from attractive perks, such as an employee discount, 30 vacation days, discounted fitness memberships, a bike lease program, and advantages on various insurance products. Job Infos Location: Rotterdam Media Markt Hoofdkantoor Department: HQ - Controlling, Finance, Accounting & Tax Entrylevel: Professional Level Type of Employement: Full Time Working Hours: 40 Persona: Job Requisition HQ Employee Recruiter: Nikki Scheffer | [email protected] Recruiter: Nikki Scheffer
Core Responsibilities
The role involves owning the end-to-end Record-to-Report process, including month-end and year-end closing and financial consolidations. The accountant will also act as a sparring partner for the Finance Manager and collaborate with the Global Business Shared Services team to improve R2R processes.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in IFRS, SAP, and advanced Excel is required, along with fluency in English.
Benefits
- Employee Discount
- 30 Vacation Days
- Discounted Fitness Memberships
- Bike Lease Program
- Insurance Product Advantages
- Professional Growth Opportunities
About MediaMarkt Benelux
Industry: Retail Appliances, Electrical, and Electronic Equipment
Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees
We are the number ONE in Benelux and Europe. We influence how people experience and use technology. We make the difference. We are there for our customers, through all channels. We explain, inspire and enthuse. We are always on the move. Together with our great employees working at our HQ or in one of the 84 Benelux stores, we create the shopping experience of the future! At MediaMarkt Benelux, we believe that great talent transforms organizations and drives success. That’s why we’re always excited to share relevant information and our latest job openings. These aren’t just vacancies —they’re opportunities to grow, make impact, and be part of something meaningful. So, take a moment to explore our posts and visit our careers page to find the role that could be your next big step. Your future could start here—don’t miss it! In terms of revenue, sales area and headcount, the MediaMarktSaturn Retail Group is Europe’s leading consumer electronics retailer and provider of related services. Our integrated online and fixed-location offerings reach millions of customers every day. Consumers live an increasingly digital lifestyle – and consumer electronics has evolved from a luxury into a ‘necessity’. The digital world may be fascinating, but it’s also increasingly complex. At the MediaMarktSaturn Retail Group, we see ourselves as a partner, daily companion and navigator of our customers, and combine digital products and services to create practical solutions. Our portfolio of brands and offerings enables us to respond flexibly to the needs of different customer groups and different countries. The company includes the brands MediaMarkt and Saturn, which comprehensively network their more than 1,000 fixed-location stores with online sales platforms. Another important part of our portfolio is our own brands PEAQ, KOENIC, ISY and ok. A subsidiary of CECONOMY AG, in 2021/22 MediaMarktSaturn and its approximately 50,000 employees generated total sales of about €22.2 billion.