Key Skills

Job Description

You will lead the Accounting Operations team for Central Europe on a daily basis. You analyse suspense accounts and settle debtor and creditor topics, oversee the VAT and statistics processes, and ensure all deadlines are met. You are a hands-on leader who keeps oversight in a busy environment and enjoys improving ways of working. This role is also a great next step for an accounting professional who is ready to develop into a leadership position. You report to the Manager Accounting Operations. The role is based in Sittard, with the possibility to work from home for up to one day per week. You actively: Lead and coach the team in its daily activities, allocate and prioritize work,and motivate and develop team members to perform at their full potential. Conduct periodic performance reviews with each direct report. Provide first approval of bank payments. Provide hands-on operational support during peak periods. Ensure smooth cooperation within and across teams, both in your own department and throughout Boels. Drive and implement operational improvements within Central Europe to increase efficiency. Provide input to IT regarding the IT solutions in use by Financial Accounting. Act as point of contact for auditors and government institutions. For your team you ensure: Correct and timely processing of the daily bank statements and the suspense accounts. Monthly reporting of cash discrepancies and the signaling of possible fraud cases related to cash and suspense accounts. Timely execution of the regional payment process. High-quality balance sheet reconciliations. Timely and accurate preparation and delivery of VAT and other administrative statements and statistics, meeting all deadlines. Timely period-end and year-end closing activities for Central Europe. What You'll Get In Return At Boels, you'll join an ambitious and international organization where you can make a real impact. We offer a leadership role with room to develop yourself, coach others, and improve processes within our Finance Shared Service Center. What You'll Get In Return At Boels, you'll join an ambitious and international organization where you can make a real impact. We offer a leadership role with room to develop yourself, coach others, and improve processes within our Finance Shared Service Center. In addition, we offer: A gross salary between €3.528 and €5.040 based on your experience. 28 vacation days (and a possibility to buy max. 5 days extra). A company laptop and smartphone. An investment by Boels Rental in your personal development so your knowledge and skills will remain up to date. We offer a cycling purchase plan and company fitness partnerships. You will receive special Boels discounts on e.g. electronics, weekend trips, collective insurance, and rental of tools with a substantial employee discount! What You Bring At least a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. 1-3 years of relevant experience in an accounting function, preferably in an international environment. Solid knowledge of accounting principles, including VAT and other administrative statements and statistics. People management, coaching, and stakeholder management skills. Experience with process improvement and project management. A hands-on, proactive attitude and the ability to perform under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience with MS Office and ERP systems, preferably SAP. Affinity with IT systems and innovation. Strong communication skills in English, preferably you speak Dutch. Heb je interesse? Ben je ervan overtuigd dat dit de juiste baan voor jou is, upload dan je documenten. Heb je nog vragen, neem dan contact op met onze recruiter Dorus Kanen op .

Core Responsibilities

Lead and coach the Central Europe Accounting Operations team, oversee daily accounting activities, and provide operational support, payment approvals, and performance reviews. Ensure accurate and timely bank, suspense account, VAT, statistics, reconciliation, and closing processes while improving operations and coordinating with auditors, government institutions, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline and 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience are required. Candidates should have knowledge of accounting principles, VAT and administrative reporting, people and stakeholder management, process improvement, ERP systems (preferably SAP), and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• 28 Vacation Days
• Option to Purchase Up to 5 Additional Vacation Days
• Company Laptop
• Company Smartphone
• Personal Development Investment
• Cycling Purchase Plan
• Company Fitness Partnerships
• Employee Discounts on Electronics, Weekend Trips, Collective Insurance, and Tool Rentals