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Job Description

Financial Accountant | Full-time | Eindhoven At Astrape Networks, we're building the future of sustainable data center solutions. As we continue to grow across Europe, we're looking for an experienced Financial Accountant with strong accounting expertise and a proactive, hands-on mindset. This is more than a transactional accounting role. You will take ownership of the day-to-day financial administration across our entities in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy, while helping to build the processes, controls, and structure needed to support our growing international technology company. You will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness. You enjoy creating structure, improving processes, and working independently, while collaborating closely with the CFO and management team. The role is based in Eindhoven, with interaction with colleagues and advisors across our European entities. Fluency in English and Dutch is required. The level of the role - including title, scope, and compensation - will be tailored to the experience the successful candidate brings. This role requires a minimum of 4 days per week (80%), with the option to work full-time. How You'll Make an Impact Financial Operations & Accounting Ownership Run the day-to-day accounting activities across our Dutch, Belgian, and Italian entities Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities, and financial record keeping Process incoming invoices, validate approvals, and maintain accurate and up-to-date financial administration Prepare and coordinate supplier payment runs and payment proposals Perform bank reconciliations and ensure financial records remain complete, accurate, and compliant Financial Reporting & Compliance Own and run the month-end close, and support quarterly and year-end closing activities Prepare accruals, prepayments, intercompany transactions, and supporting schedules Assist with VAT filings and statutory reporting requirements in collaboration with external advisors Ensure financial documentation is organized, complete, and audit-ready Support external audits and contribute to maintaining strong financial controls Process Improvement & Business Support Help professionalize and optimize financial processes as the organization continues to grow Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and stronger financial governance Act as a trusted point of contact for finance-related administrative questions within the organization Support the CFO with ad hoc financial analyses and operational finance projects Who You Are You have 3–7+ years of experience in a (financial) accounting, ideally within a growing SME, scale-up, or accounting firm You hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or have reached an equivalent level through experience. You are comfortable working independently and taking ownership of financial processes and deliverables You combine strong attention to detail with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset and a high standard of accuracy You have solid knowledge of accounting principles, VAT regulations, and financial administration Experience with Exact Online or similar accounting software is a plus You are comfortable using AI and automation tools to work more efficiently, and are keen to apply them in a finance context Exposure to international or multi-entity environments is an advantage You communicate fluently in English and Dutch Why You'll Love Working at Astrape Networks An impactful role in a fast-growing, innovative scale-up focused on sustainable technology High ownership and a direct line to senior leadership The opportunity to help build and professionalize the finance function as the company grows Exposure to international operations across multiple European entities A collaborative, pragmatic, and friendly culture and regular team events Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility to work from home Competitive salary and benefits package

Core Responsibilities

Own day-to-day accounting across entities in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy, including payables, receivables, general ledger, payment runs, reconciliations, and month-end close. Support reporting, VAT and statutory compliance, audits, financial controls, and improvements to finance processes, while assisting the CFO with analyses and operational projects.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3–7+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a growing SME, scale-up, or accounting firm, and a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience. They should be fluent in English and Dutch, knowledgeable in accounting principles and VAT, accurate and self-directed, and comfortable using accounting software and automation tools.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary And Benefits Package
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Work From Home Option
• Regular Team Events