Senior General Ledger Accountant

At Interface, we believe it’s possible to reverse global warming. Every day, we work towards zero environmental impact- and beyond- by developing products that are not just carbon neutral, but even carbon negative. And we do this on a global scale.

We’re looking for motivated, unconventional thinkers. People who love challenges and take action. Ready to be part of our mission? Apply now for the role of Senior General Ledger Accountant!

As Senior General Ledger Accountant, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating all accounting activities related to Interfaces’ general ledger accounts. With a keen eye for detail and in-depth knowledge of financial reporting principles, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data. Your experience will enable you to address complex accounting challenges and provide strategic advice to the business.

This position is for the accounting team which covers 10 entities within EMEA which are part of the fiscal unity, and you will work closely with two other team members who are also located in Scherpenzeel. The team is part of the FSSC (Financial Shared Service Center) which supports EMEA. You will report directly to the Manager General Ledger Accounting.

Main responsibilities:

• Day to day finance an accounts operation to ensure financial accounting of our companies in line with tax, legal and internal procedures

• Manage and support teams with preparing and conducting internal and external audits within your fiscal entity

• Responsible for accurate and on-time fiscal reporting such as VAT, payroll taxes, income taxes

• Prepare monthly, Quarterly and Annual reporting

• Conducting the correct and timely

• Responsible for the local GAAP reporting

• Control (outsourced) payroll administration

• Conducting end-of-month accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets

• In charge of the coordination of activities for a fiscal unity/cluster

• Identify, introduce, and conduct different improvement projects

In addition to our ambitious sustainability mission and investments in our planet, we also invest in our people! This is not only reflected in our corporate culture and social interactions, but also in our employee benefits.

• A salary appropriate to your level of expertise and position and following our internal grading system

• 38 days paid time off (which includes 25 days statutory leave and 13 additional days based on full-time employment)

• possibility to exchange the 13 additional days for 5.26% additional salary

• Additional holiday eligibility from the age of 46 and above (up to 6 additional days)

• 8% statutory vacation pay

• Annual eligible bonus of 8%

• Pension plan where Interface pays 2/3rd of your monthly contribution

• Commuting allowance of € 0.23 cents per kilometer or a complete allowance for your public transportation

• A modern working environment where work-life balance is important and hybrid working is made possible

You have several years of experience in financial administration and have extensive knowledge of accounting, reporting and fiscal legislation. What characterizes you is your proactive approach, as well as your organizational and analytical skills. The dynamics of a global manufacturing company that prioritizes sustainability and innovation also appeals to you. Other necessary requirments are:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or similar

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting, preferably in a complex international organization

• Extensive knowledge of various automation systems such as MS Office and ERP systems (experience with JDE is a plus)

• Fluency in the Dutch and English language both verbally and in writing

Upload your cv, video or cover letter through pressing the ‘apply’ button! Curious to learn more or have questions about this role? Reach out to our Recruitment Business Partner, Kezia McConico ([email protected]).

We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply when meeting the requirements.

Any acquisition in response to this, or any other position is not desirable, and we will treat all candidates who are forwarded unsolicited as a direct application.