Accounting Manager, The Netherlands

About PROBAT

For more than 155 years, PROBAT has stood for pioneering spirit and innovative strength in the coffee industry. Through targeted acquisitions in the food processing sector, intensive technology transfer within the group and the expansion of a global service network, PROBAT has developed into a leading full-service provider for the food industry. The company plans, develops and manufactures machines, turnkey production plants, environmental technologies and intelligent control systems with integrated smart data management. With around 1,200 employees at locations in Germany, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands and the United States, as well as a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT offers its customers comprehensive solutions, excellent service and in-depth industry knowledge – worldwide and from a single source.

Your Responsibilities

As Accounting Manager, you are responsible for ensuring a solid, reliable, and future-proof financial foundation for PROBAT B.V. You safeguard the quality of accounting, reporting, and compliance, and act as an important sparring partner for the Finance Manager. You work closely with the current Finance Manager. This role offers opportunities for growth, both in terms of expertise and in seniority and leadership. You are a visible subject-matter expert and enjoy sharing your knowledge with colleagues.
There may also be an opportunity in the future to take on the role of Finance Team Lead.
Location: Koog aan de Zaan, The Netherlands (Hybrid)
Organizational classification: Our environment combines the spirit of a close-knit local entity with the professionalism of a global industry leader.
Team size: You will work as part of a team of 5 colleagues.
International connections: In this role, you collaborate incidentally with colleagues in Germany and other PROBAT locations, cross-functional teams, and external partners such as auditors, tax advisors, and specialists supporting our digital transformation.
Your Tasks:
- Ultimately responsible for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings in accordance with Dutch GAAP (RJ) and group guidelines
- Preparing, reviewing, and explaining management and group reports
- Ensuring consistent application of accounting principles across the organization
- Responsible for cost accounting, including standard costing, cost allocation, and cost center management
- Monitoring work in progress (WIP) and project administration
- Acting as a financial sparring partner for operations and project management
- Strengthening and maintaining internal controls and compliance (ICFR/SOX light)
- Coordinating and supporting internal and external audits
- Managing and reviewing audit- and compliance-related documentation
- Initiating and implementing improvements in financial processes, reporting, and data quality
- Acting as the subject-matter expert for financial systems (Exact, Ridder, Lucanet, Power BI) and digitalization within Finance

Your Profile

You thrive in a dynamic, international, and production-oriented environment and bring the following:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (HBO+) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 6–10 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated seniority: experience with complex closings, audits, and stakeholder management
- Solid knowledge of Dutch GAAP (RJ); knowledge of IFRS is a plus
- Preferably experience with understanding and/or preparing HGB-compliant entries and year-end closings
- Experience within an international (matrix) organization
- Good knowledge of ERP and reporting systems such as Exact, Ridder, Lucanet, and preferably Power BI
- Excellent command of Dutch and English; German is a plus
We offer you:
- A strong team in a forward-looking organization
- An attractive salary package
- Flat hierarchies and direct communication
- A structured onboarding period and individual development opportunities
- Flexible working hours and, depending on your responsibilities, the possibility of remote work
- A modern working environment with international projects!

We offer you:

• A strong team in a forward-thinking company
• an attractive salary package
• Flat hierarchies and direct communication
• Structured induction and individual development
• flexible working hours and the option of mobile working, depending on your area of responsibility
• A modern working environment with international projects!

Apply now and seize this opportunity!

• Maaike Punt de Ruijter

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