Corporate Accountant, Europe

About SRS Acquiom:

SRS Acquiom is a leading disruptor in the financial services technology space, redefining the way M&A and loan agency deals get done. 

Since 2007, we’ve brought unmatched expertise, insight, and innovation to solve the issues that slow complex financial transactions down.

Today, we deliver a unified system of solutions — virtual data rooms, escrow & payment administration, shareholder representation, and loan agency services — that work effortlessly on their own and fit seamlessly together.

Our unique combination of disruptive tech and expert team has become the go-to solution for many of the largest and most successful companies in the global M&A and loan agency markets. 

If you’re looking to join an entrepreneurial culture in an established company with a track record of consistent growth, profitability, and innovation, we want to hear from you!

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Position Summary:

It is an exciting time to join the Finance team. This is a newly created role which has come about due to business growth. You will work within a small, high-performing finance team.

The Corporate Accountant will support the Director of Finance by organizing day-to-day accounting procedures and contributing to finance-related projects. This medium-level role is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their financial career who is ideally part-qualified and is actively studying towards a recognized professional accounting qualification. 

The ideal person is looking to gain broad exposure in a dynamic finance environment and offering involvement in a variety of responsibilities and projects to deliver extraordinary value.

This position will be remotely based in Amsterdam, with some possible travel required.

The base pay range for this position is €50,000 to €55,000 depending on level of experience. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Month-End

• Contributing to month-end activities - assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
• Post journals including accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments
• Cost Centre management
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts
• Performing bank reconciliations
• VAT preparation for review

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Acting as the first point of contact for all AP queries, both internal and external
• Review and process accounts payable (AP) invoices, payments, and staff expenses
• Handle credit control and provide regular updates to key stakeholders.
• Maintain client records and manage internal and external queries effectively.
• Support the credit control function and customer invoicing as needed

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the budgeting process by collecting, reviewing and analyzing cost data
• Perform month-on-month, budget vs actual and forecast variance analysis
• Update forecasts based on changing business assumptions
• Build or update Excel-based models for forecasting
• Familiarity of cost drivers

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with year-end statutory accounts preparation and audit support
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies

Process Improvement & Projects

• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
• Participate in ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required

Education & Qualifications

• Actively studying towards professional accountancy qualifications (RA) or equivalent
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Experience

• 2-4 years of relevant finance or accounting experience
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Excellent data entry skills
• Attention to detail
• Exposure to month-end processes and financial systems (Workday)

Skills

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (with advanced Excel skills preferred e.g., pivot tables, lookups etc.)
• Effective communicator with ability to work across teams
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results while maintaining attention to deadlines.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and willingness to take initiative beyond core responsibilities.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience in [Financial Services, Payments Industry]
• Part-qualified Accountant
• Familiarity with IFRS or Dutch GAAP
• Experience using financial reporting tools or ERP systems
• Self-motivated
• Intellectually curious
• Collaborative team player
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Operates with highest integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task across many projects
• Disciplined

Physical Requirements/Special Demands:

Must be available to work standard business hours

Travel may be necessary, up to 20% of the year, and may not be scheduled in advance.

 

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

With respect to its programmes, services, activities, and employment practices, SRS Acquiom and its group companies assesses qualified individuals without regard to their race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or other protected status. Requests for reasonable accommodation or the provision of auxiliary aids should be directed to Human Resources.