Lead Accountant

As the Lead Accountant you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial health of our organization by:

Team Leadership:

• Manage and lead the Accounting and Accounts Payable team, ensuring smooth daily operations;
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members to enhance their professional growth and development;
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Financial Operations:

• Manage all accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance;
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports;
• Monitor and improve the accounts payable processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards;
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements, reports, and reconciliations for internal and external stakeholders;
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors during external audits.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Lead Controller and other departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analyses;
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and cost control.

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field;
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role;
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g. GAAP, IFRS);
• Experience in ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Strong leadership and team management skills with a focus on fostering growth and collaboration;
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and solve problems effectively;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic production environment. 

You will work at the Heerema Vlissingen yard in Nieuwdorp.

The application procedure includes 2 interviews, an online assessment and contract proposal. And ultimately, we hope to welcome you within Heerema Fabrication Group.

Are you interested and do you want to make the impossible possible together?

Respond and apply by sending your resume and application letter via the site or to the following email address: vacancies@hfg-heerema.com