Accountant

Azerion
Azerion was founded in 2013 and is a technology company providing digital advertising and online gaming services headquartered in the Netherlands. Azerion operates a proprietary digital advertising platform focusing on both gaming and general (nongaming) content.

In recent years Azerion Group has expanded along the user engagement value chain to become a full stack provider of online digital advertising services, connecting advertisers with audiences through digital content (owned and third party) providers globally. The Group is involved in the provision of content-driven technology and data, serving consumers, advertisers, digital publishers, and game creators globally.

Our mission is to be the go-to-partner for advertisers for an easy to-use, competitively priced, brand-safe digital environment

We are headquartered in Amsterdam and we have more than 1100 talented people of 55 nationalities working in 24 offices around Europe, with very diverse and multi-ethnic backgrounds.

For the Finance team at Azerion Headquarters in Amsterdam, we are looking for a Senior Accountant.

What you will be doing in this role

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Senior Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. You know how to combine excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The ideal candidate has also experience collaborating and/or managing a team of Accountants and Junior Accountants. 

Senior accountants should possess solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills. We look for at least three years’ experience, along with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Accreditations such as certified public accountant (CPA) or certified management accountant (CMA) also are preferred.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Provide technical support and advice on Management Accountant
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
• Provide input into department’s goal setting process
• Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Plan, assign and review staff’s work
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
• Liaise with our Financial Manager and Accounting Manager to improve financial procedures

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Accounting Supervisor, chief or senior accountant

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures

• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Awareness of business trends

• Familiarity with financial accounting statements

• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process

• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages, like Netsuite

• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant

• Relevant certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) will be preferred

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to work at an innovative, high-paced tech company, near Amsterdam
• An informal yet professional international working environment
• Room for personal development in a highly skilled and motivated team
• Travel cost reimbursement
• Great and healthy lunch, every day
• Flexible working hours
• Weekly optional workout programs like kickboxing
• Massage in the office!
• A competitive salary

Does this sound like the challenge you’re looking for?
Apply by clicking the apply button, fill in the online form, and attach your CV.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at recruitment@azerion.com

Here’s What Happens After You Send Your Application
You’ll receive an email confirming our hiring department has received your application. The next step will be to review your application. We find it important to see if our requirements and your experience match. If they match, we'll invite you for a first (online) interview.

Please note that if you choose to submit your details and curriculum vitae in application to this posted vacancy, you are consenting to the Azerion Human Resources department processing your personal data. Your details may be retained for comparison to future roles which may match your skills and expertise. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, this can be achieved by submitting your request to: dpo@azerion.com