Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Ref : KA46019

A Japanese manufacturer in the Netherlands is currently recruiting a Junior Finance Assistant to join their European team in Amsterdam.

In this position, you will be offered a varied role, which covers all general aspects of financial accounting and comes with the potential to develop further within the company.

This role will be an integral part of the Finance Department and has the goal of developing the right candidate to be responsible for one of the European branches.

TYPE : Full-time, initially 6-month contract (with the intention to move into a permanent contract once the initial period has ended and should both parties agree to it)

WORKING HOURS : 08 : 30-17 : 00 (Monday- Thursday) and on Fridays 08 : 30 - 16 : 00 including 30mins lunch break

SALARY : €3,100 - 3,500 per month, depending on experience

BENEFIT : Good financial compensation and a comprehensive benefit package

START : ASAP

LOCATION : Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Currently 2 days in the office, 3 days’ work from home – this may change depending on the company’s decision.)

Finance Assistant Main Responsibilities :

• Preparing and processing Purchasing invoices
• Preparing and processing Sales invoices
• Booking of bank statements
• Preparation of weekly payments
• Handling and processing of expense reports
• Applicable general ledger control
• Any other duties deemed appropriate to this role

Finance Assistant Ideal Candidate :

• Administrative education at MBO level or equal by work experience
• At least 2 years’ experience of accounting regulations (Mandatory)
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook
• Totally fluent in English and any other European languages is a plus
• Experience with SAP • Flexible and dedicated
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Accurate and affinity with numbers, analytical skills and detail orientated
• Good communication skills
• Calm and professional attitude
• Pro-active and hands-on, self-motivated
• All applicants for Finance Assistant must have the right to work in the Netherlands as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days.

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