Head of Accounting

Job Description

EMEA Recruitment is delighted to support a prominent global advertising company looking to add a Head of Accounting to their finance team in Amsterdam. This an exciting opportunity to join a true market leader with a key focus on innovation and sustainability. 

Responsibilities of the Head of Accounting:

• Lead and Manage the Accounting Team: Oversee a team of accountants, actively participating in accounting tasks to ensure accuracy and efficiency in daily operations
• Ensure Accurate Financial Reporting: Oversee all company accounts, ensuring compliance with local GAAP and IFRS,  lead the monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing processes, including the preparation of statutory accounts
• Collaborate on Audits and Compliance: Manage group and statutory audits with external auditors, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and serve as the point of contact for finance reporting
• Support Strategic Initiatives: Assist with presenting financial reports to executives and stakeholders, optimizing processes and systems, and suggesting improvements for the accounting system, including payroll, invoicing, and payables

Skills/Experience Sought:

• Education: Master's degree in Accounting, CPA or CA
• Technical Skills: Efficient in Excel along with knowledge and experience with ERP systems
• Experience and Expertise: Experience in a business or finance environment (preferably within an audit firm), with additional experience in IFRS regulations being advantageous

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.