Financial Accountant

As a Financial Accountant at Acolad, you'll oversee various essential activities to support the Finance Manager. This includes quality control of financial data in SAP, financial and fiscal reporting for our Dutch and Belgian entities, and collaborating with production and sales teams. Moreover, you will ensure compliance with local tax regulations while handling payroll data and assisting with group and local audits.

Acolad requires candidates for the Financial Accountant role to possess at least an HBO level education in Management and Law, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in accounting, along with knowledge of tax regulations in the Netherlands and Belgium, is crucial. Proficiency in SAP and fluency in both Dutch and English is essential, while French is considered a plus.

Working as a Financial Accountant at Acolad comes with numerous benefits! You'll enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working conditions, and an opportunity to work in a dynamic multicultural environment. Additional perks include a premium-free pension plan, generous vacation time with the chance to earn extra days, and a reimbursement for travel costs. Plus, enjoy free lunch and fruit at the office!

Acolad is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees, including Financial Accountants. You'll have access to various training and development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and advance your career within the company. We believe that investing in our team members is key to our mutual success.

Yes, Acolad offers flexible working options, including hybrid work, so as a Financial Accountant, you'll have the choice to work either from our offices in Amstelveen or Brussels, or from home. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive environment for our team members.

When answering this question, emphasize your practical experience with SAP, detailing how you used it in day-to-day accounting tasks. Give examples of specific modules or functionalities you managed, and mention any improvements or efficiencies you achieved as a result of your expertise.

In response to this question, discuss your understanding of local tax laws in the Netherlands and Belgium, and describe processes you follow to stay updated on regulatory changes. Highlight your experience performing audits and working with tax authorities if applicable.

Explain your methods for ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. You might mention conducting regular reconciliations, implementing checks, and collaborating with colleagues to validate data. Providing specific examples will strengthen your answer.

Illustrate your ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. Share an example of a high-pressure situation you've encountered in the past and describe how you successfully met the deadlines without compromising on quality.

Share a specific instance where you encountered a financial challenge, such as a budgeting issue or an audit discrepancy. Detail the steps you took to analyze the problem and implement a solution, and mention any positive outcomes from your actions.

Here, you can elaborate on your experiences collaborating with diverse teams. Talk about how you embrace different perspectives and cultural backgrounds and how this interaction has enriched your work experience. Mention any challenges and how you overcame them.

Discuss your hands-on experience with preparing and supporting financial reports. Talk about your methodologies, tools you use, and how you collaborate with different teams to gather data and deliver comprehensive reports effectively.

In answering this question, explain the KPIs you prioritize as a Financial Accountant and discuss your experience analyzing these metrics. Talk about how you adjust strategies based on KPI performance and how you engage with relevant teams to improve results.

Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning specific resources you follow, such as accounting bodies, online courses, or industry news channels. Providing a few examples of how you applied new knowledge to your work can enhance your response.

When discussing salary expectations, it’s wise to do market research beforehand. Provide a salary range based on your findings and explain that you are open to discussion, emphasizing your willingness to negotiate based on your experience and contributions to the team.