Financial Controller/Accounting Officer NL

Are you a financial expert and does accounting have no secrets for you? Do you like studying figures and do you like to have ownership? Then the position of Accounting Officer at Miele Netherlands is your next career step! In this position you are the pivot between the financial processes, the people and the resulting administration. Together with the controllers, shared service centre and external parties, such as our accountants and advisors, you ensure accurate accounting. This not only involves the correct administration of the figures, but also identifying bottlenecks and risks in terms of legislation and regulations. You will be working in a multinational team, with a manager who focuses on your talents and prepares you for a great career within Miele. The many international contacts within the Miele group offer you the opportunity to build an interesting network.

What you will be doing:

The Accounting Officer plays a vital role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization by ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with group financial policies and local regulatory requirements. The role supports effective financial management through attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to excellence. You are the first point of contact within the Netherlands affiliate and the right-hand of the Accounting Manager covering the cluster of Belgium/Luxembourg/Netherlands/France.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities for the Netherlands entity in collaboration with our global shared services (MGS) teams in Poland.
• Ensure accurate bookings, accruals, reconciliations, and allocations to cost and profit centers.
• Be a key point of contact for external and internal audit matters.
• Support tax and legal compliance processes, including VAT, and other statutory declarations.
• Evaluate internal systems, controls, and risks, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to the Netherlands and global process optimization projects.
• Support the FP&A team with financial transparency, reporting, and follow-up.

Why you should choose this job at Miele:

At Miele, we are committed to talent, growth and sustainability. We are building a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone gets equal opportunities and can be the best version of themselves. Working from your talent makes you happy and gives you energy and desire to make a difference. Together, we develop innovative solutions that help the company succeed and make life easier for many households.

We offer you:

• An annual salary, including holiday pay and bonus, between €55,000 and €72,000 gross per year (40 hours/week), depending on knowledge and experience.
• A fully premium-free pension scheme, meaning you will retain significantly more net income.
• We gladly facilitate training and education, contributing to your personal growth.
• A sports allowance of €25 net per month.
• 25 holiday days, with the option to purchase up to 6 additional holiday days based on a full-time contract.
• Excellent working conditions with the possibility of working from home
• A laptop and a smartphone.
• A generous discount on our Miele products.
• Working for a premium brand where sustainability and social involvement are actively promoted.

The Accounting Officer we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is structured, accountable, and principled, with a strong sense of ownership for financial integrity and operational follow-through. You enjoy working with both numbers and practical coordination, and you are comfortable communicating with internal stakeholders as well as external service partners.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration.
• +8 years of experience in a similar role.
• A strong accounting foundation, with proven experience in closing periods, balance sheet ownership, statutory and tax reporting.
• Handles sensitive financial information with the highest level of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability while adhering to professional and organizational standards.
• Communicates financial information clearly and professionally to colleagues, management, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement and eagerness to take ownership, contribute to harmonization of processes across the region.
• Works collaboratively across departments and builds positive relationships.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a multinational, multi-location matrix environment.
• Experience working with SAP is an advantage, proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both written and verbal.

Would you like to join us on a quest for "Immer Besser" and further develop your career? Then apply now! We are already looking forward to meeting you.

At Miele we strive for a premium and inclusive recruitment process. Please inform us of any specific needs or adjustments so that we can create an enjoyable and accessible experience for you. We value diverse perspectives and believe in equal opportunities for all. Our selection is based on experience and competencies.

We ask agencies not to send us resumes. We handle our own recruiting. Resumes sent are considered donations.

Contact: Melina Vellemans (Recruiter) - +32 477 876 885 - [email protected]

Ben jij een financieel expert en heeft een boekhouding voor jou geen geheimen? Verdiep jij je graag in cijfers en vind je het fijn om ownership te hebben? Dan is de functie van Financial Controller / Accounting Officer bij Miele NL jouw volgende carrièrestap! In deze functie ben jij de spil tussen de financiële processen, de mensen en de daaruit voorkomende administratie.