UNILEVER is hiring for Financial Accounting manager

Location: Holfplein , Netherlands 

Local conditions apply

Full Time

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe that one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future. 

We want our business to flourish, and we know that our success depends on others flourishing around us. That's why our purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace, and why sustainable, long-term growth is at the heart of our business model. 

JOB PURPOSE 

Are you ready to take ownership of financial integrity and drive excellence in a dynamic, international environment? As Financial Accounting Manager Benelux, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the accuracy and reliability of our financial books in both Netherlands and Belgium. You’ll be the trusted expert ensuring compliance, supporting audits, and leading process improvements, while collaborating with talented teams across the organization. You will be reporting to the head of accounting Benelux.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact, develop your expertise, and grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking finance community.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Process Excellence

• Ensure timely, complete, and accurate accounting and reporting for both Group and local/statutory and tax purposes.

• Drive end-to-end financial process excellence in partnership with stakeholders and teams.

• Support external and internal audits.

• Ensure compliance with the Global Financial Controls Framework and the Global Process Model.

Deployment of Global Expertise

• Maintain a strong connection with the Global Control and Accounting Department (GCAD) and implement the latest developments in accounting rules and processes.

• Partner with the organization on accounting and reporting matters, as well as on major business transformation initiatives.

Transformational Projects

• Provide local leadership for accounting aspects of key transformation projects and global initiatives (e.g., implementing new accounting systems, integration of acquisitions/disposals).

• Initiate and lead accounting process improvements and deployment in the accounting processes.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and mentor a team of 2 motivated and skilled assistant managers.

• Foster a positive team spirit and collaboration within the Controllers team.

• Interact with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Finance, Tax, Legal, Treasury, GCAD, Corporate Audit, KPMG, Operating center and 3rd party service providers.

Key Requirements

• 5 years in an accounting role is the minimum requirement

• Relevant finance degree or accounting qualification.

• Proficiency in accounting principles and standards (e.g., IFRS, Local Dutch GAAP), and experience using ERP systems like SAP for financial management.

• Continuous improvement mindset, with high-quality standards.

• Resilience and ability to cope with time pressure and challenges.

• Strong communication and positive influencing skills.

• Ability to present complex information in a simplified manner.

• Experience in financial accounting within consumer goods or services.

• Fluent in English and Dutch.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!

• Attractive total remuneration package: excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.
• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.
• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.
• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.
• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40%-60% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office, you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.
• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products. 
• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).
• Homework allowance
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Green Mobility Policy.   

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Looking forward to meeting you! 

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against. 

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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