Are you interested in further growing with us as an “Assistant Controller”?

Then you might just be the person we are looking for!

Who are you?

You are a driven, detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and a focus on results and solutions.

Your profile:

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in Accounting & Finance roles
• Proficient in both Dutch and English
• Solid experience with Microsoft Office applications and SAP

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and engaging, with strong interpersonal skills
• Skilled in effective time management and prioritization
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and highly motivated
• Results-driven with a strong focus on execution
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and precise in work delivery
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Committed to the values and people of Opple Lighting, demonstrating a strong work ethic

Your responsibilities:

Daily/weekly tasks

• Process supplier invoices in the accounting system
• Reconcile and clear bank transactions
• Check and execute weekly payment runs
• Manage accounts payable to ensure timely and accurate payments
• Provide financial support to the Sales team as needed
• Maintain dashboards for Country Managers and the Managing Director
• Contribute to improvement initiatives and projects

Monthly activities

• Compile and deliver information required for monthly closings
• Prepare monthly Cashflow forecasts
• Coordinate with external partners to meet accounting and tax obligations for other European branches
• Continuously improve and optimize finance processes
• Analyze and report on expense fluctuations
• Process salary entries
• Create and review country-specific P&L statements
• Support the Sales team with monthly figures and performance insights

Controlling

• Serve as the primary contact for the external accountant during the preparation of the annual report
• Prepare necessary documentation for the corporate income tax (CIT) return
• Assist the Finance Manager with monthly reporting tasks

Cross-departmental support:

• Provide financial guidance and support to other departments on finance-related matters

Who are we?

We are a leading Global lighting company active in over 70 countries. We are always looking for new talents! By becoming part of our energetic team, you can help us reaching our goals in an environment that is more than just a company. You are offered a fulltime job in a passionate, fast-growing company. The position is based in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. We are ready to welcome a new colleague to our European team.