(Junior) Accountant and Administrative Officer BeNeLux (mIfId)

Company DescriptionFor 35 years, we have been developing cutting-edge science and technology to empower biomedical research and personalized medicine. We combine excellence from more than 60 disciplines in natural sciences, engineering, and informatics to significantly contribute to biomedical sciences. We encourage a creative working environment driven by pioneering spirit – to seek new horizons – boldly envisioning the future and turning it into reality. Today, more than 4,700 experts from over 50 countries contribute to our sustainable success.Job DescriptionReporting to the Finance and Administration Manager Benelux and working closely together with our experienced internal Accountant, you will provide a high standard support for finance operations, ensuring that all administrative needs are being satisfied.Your Tasks:Execute monthly, quarterly and year end financial closing together with our internal and external Accountant. Run the accounts payable and accounts receivable processes and prepare and submit CBS and Intrastat disclosures.Check and control travel expenses to ensure compliance with local and internal regulations.Execute G/L accounting for both P&L and B/S, prepare and book accruals, pre-payments and journal entries in our SAP ERP system. Data management and maintenance (incl. archiving) in our SAP and CRM systems.Oversee company lease car pool operations, including maintaining accurate records of fuel usage, vehicle assignments for employees, and managing contract renewals and related documentation.Administer IT asset inventory, coordinating the allocation, setup, maintenance, and return of IT equipment for employees — including preparing and configuring laptops for new hires to ensure smooth onboarding in close collaboration with HR.Work closely together with other teams like Sales Support, Marketing and HR and provide ad hoc support where needed.QualificationsHBO/MBO+ degree in accounting/business administration or similar (WO/academic nice to have but not mandatory)Relevant working experience in administration and bookkeeping, and sound knowledge of relevant accounting standards (Dutch GAAP) and affinity with IFRSExcellent skills in Microsoft Excel. Experience with SAP-ERP is desired.Accuracy and structure orientated, analytical mindset with high level of attention to detail. Ability to look through processes and identify areas for improvement with problem solving attitude.We look for a confident, enthusiastic and pro-active professional with strong communication skills and ability to process information in full confidentiality. High level of positive energy, open-minded and a good team player.Fluent in Dutch and English (oral and written)Additional InformationWhat we offerA modern workplace and exciting opportunities in the development of technologies with a secure futureCross-border intercultural cooperation and short communication channelsA collegial corporate culture and flexible working hours enable time management on your termsPersonalized employee development program: specialist and personal training courses provided by our training universityDiverse corporate benefits about employee health and staff eventsContact usIf you have the skills and qualifications for this position, please use the link to send us your details (application letter, curriculum vitae, references and certificates). Please give us some idea of when you can start and the kind of salary you are looking for, outlining the reasons you have made this application.