Title:  Accounting Associate

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Please apply until 17th Apil 

Accounting Associate 

As an associate, you will assist in all financial activities related to AP, GL, and C&B within JTI's Netherlands Market to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of accounting records in accordance with company requirements, as well as local rules and regulations. You will assist with tax compliance (Excise Tax, CIT, Transfer Pricing, and VAT) and the preparation of related filings. You will also support internal and external audit requirements, coordinate and assist in global and local projects, and provide support to other departments within the market, acting as a true business partner.

In line with J-SOX requirements, the associate will be responsible for the effective operation of all J-SOX GRM controls assigned to the position. The role involves close collaboration with the shared service center (GBS) and dedicating at least 30% of the time to ad hoc requests.

Position:

Accounts Payable:

• Coordinate vendor invoices with the Shared Service Center (GBS), including tracing requisitioners, PO numbers, incorrect invoices, reminders, and contact with vendors.
• Manage requests of all kinds from local employees.
• Prepare and submit various templates.

General Ledger:

• Reconcile GL accounts, prepare and send journal vouchers, and verify postings, clearings, accruals, and reclassifications.
• Provide cost information for budget holders.
• C&B Transactions: Clear accounts for various bank accounts.
• Prepare and submit various templates.

Excise Tax, CIT, Transfer Pricing, and VAT:

• Assist in preparing tax filings (Excise Tax, CIT, Transfer Pricing, and VAT), including follow-up on required tax payments.
• Reconcile and follow up on tax-related GL balances.

Internal and External Audit:

• Support internal and external audits, including preparing Financial Statements, collecting audit evidence, and addressing other audit requests.

J-SOX GRM Controls:

• Ensure the effective operation of all J-SOX GRM controls assigned to the position.
• Fulfill all global J-SOX requirements related to the assigned controls.

Within 6 months, you will:

• Gain familiarity with the organization's accounting systems.

• Understand the workflows for Accounts Payable, General Ledger, C&B (Compensation & Benefits), JSOX, TAX processes within the JTI Netherlands Market.

• Build relationships with the Shared Service Center (GBS), vendors, colleagues, budget holders and other departments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor in accounting (or equivalent)
• Preferably at least 2 years of experience in broader accounting, including General Ledger (GL), within an international company. Knowledge of IFRS and Dutch GAAP is a plus.
• English & Dutch
• Enhanced MS Office knowledge. SAP or similar ERP system experience and Power BI is an advantage

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 
At JTI we believe in the importance of a good work-life balance while we offer lots of opportunities for development and career progression – across functions and internationally. Maybe that’s one of the reasons why our employees stay on average impressive nine years with us and we have been certified as Top Employer for over thirteen years now. Want to know more about how our employees rate us? Please visit https://www.glassdoor.nl/japantobaccointernational 

Next to a rewarding compensation package, we offer a range of other perks and benefits:

• On-going development opportunities in a multinational environment that will inspire you to grow professionally and personally
• The opportunity to work 50% of your time outside of the office and 10 days abroad per year
• Working from home equipment (e.g., chair, screen, mouse, and keypad)
• 25 vacation days + 9 so-called ADV days on a full-time base
• 13th-month salary
• Bonus scheme 
• Different engagement activities such as dinners, drinks, social gatherings, parties, etc.
• Business laptop and iPhone
• Unique Family leave policy (at least 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or the way of becoming parents)

Is this not your next career step, but do you know someone who is a perfect fit? Please let us know!

JTI considers it important that this job vacancy is shared as much as possible. JTI, therefore, invites everyone to share this vacancy with people who might be interested and/or suitable for it. If this results in JTI hiring a suitable candidate, you can, under certain conditions, receive a referral bonus of 500 Euros, to be paid out in the form of vouchers.Ensure that your candidate mentions your referral during the application process.

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.