R2R Accountant

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For Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. (YME), located at Schiphol-Rijk in the Netherlands, we are looking for an R2R Accountant in our F&A Division.

You will join an international Finance team in a period of transformation, with opportunities to broaden your responsibilities across European entities, contribute to the SAP S/4HANA journey and actively support the further development of the R2R organization.

As an R2R Accountant within our Shared Service Center (SSC – YME F&A), you will take responsibility for the accounting and month-end closing of one or more European branches. Working closely with local branch contacts and Finance Business Partners, you will not only ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, but also help understand and explain the business behind the numbers. You will be responsible for the integrity of the general ledger, reconciliations and key closing activities, providing reliable financial information that supports reporting, planning and decision-making.

Your responsibilities:

General Ledger Accounting & Closing

• Perform general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, accruals, provisions, intercompany charges and reclassifications.
• Take ownership of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual closings for your assigned European entities.
• Maintain high-quality Balance Sheet reconciliations and specifications, ensuring balances are properly supported and understood.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, tax requirements and company reporting guidelines.

Reporting, Analysis & Country Collaboration

• Perform P&L and Balance Sheet reviews, investigate significant variances and unusual movements, and provide clear explanations.
• Act as the primary R2R contact for your assigned countries and build effective working relationships with local stakeholders.
• Participate in regular Country Reviews to discuss financial results, relevant business developments and accounting topics, developing a good understanding of the business behind the numbers.

Process Improvement & Team Collaboration

• Identify practical opportunities to simplify, standardize or automate recurring activities and reduce manual work.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, documentation and backup coverage within the R2R team.
• Contribute to Finance-related activities and process changes as part of the ongoing SAP S/4HANA implementation.

What do you bring?

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Relevant hands-on experience in general ledger or financial accounting, preferably within an international, multi-entity or Shared Service Center environment.
• A good understanding of accounting principles and experience with general ledger accounting, Balance Sheet reconciliations and month-end closing activities.
• Experience with IFRS, tax and intercompany accounting is an advantage.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred and SAP S/4HANA experience is an advantage.
• Good Excel skills, an analytical mindset and fluency in English; knowledge of Dutch is preferred, while other European languages are an advantage.

About You!

You are a hands-on and reliable finance professional who takes ownership of your responsibilities and is comfortable working independently. You combine attention to detail with curiosity about the business behind the numbers and are confident communicating with colleagues and stakeholders across different countries and functions. You are a collaborative team player, willing to share knowledge and support colleagues when needed. With a practical and proactive mindset, you naturally look for opportunities to simplify and improve the way we work, while maintaining a strong focus on quality and meeting deadlines.

About Yamaha Motor Europe

Yamaha Motor Europe is responsible for coordinating the marketing and sales activities of our products in the European market, mainly: Yamaha motorcycles, scooters, marine engines, personal watercraft vehicles, boats, 4-wheeled all terrain and side-by-side vehicles (ATVs/SSVs), lightweight vehicles (golf cars, personal and commercial vehicles).

What’s in it for you?

• A diverse and international environment.
• A hybrid way of working, including a working from home allowance and a budget for setting up your home office.
• Commuting allowance, holiday allowance, and 28 days off to enjoy as you please.
• 13th-month payment and participation in the Bonus Program.
• Pension scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discount on Yamaha products.
• Your first contract will be a temporary contract, but with the intention to extend or offer an indefinite contract.
• Support in getting your motor or boat license.
• Breakfast or lunch at "The Three Forks" right at the office.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family with health, wellbeing and practical life matters.
• Company and team events to get to know your colleagues.