GL Accountant

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Senior Manager Accounting, as Accountant you will be part of the Accounting & Reporting Team in Amsterdam, who handles daily activities for a number of processes and multiple entities. You perform the month end closing in an accurate and timely manner. Besides the daily routines, there is a strong focus on improving processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Day to day finance and accounting to ensure that financial accounting is in line with tax, legal and internal procedures
• Execute timely and accurate monthly closing activities to ensure correct financial reporting for the main group reporting entities (Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Statement, etc.).
• Monthly Balance sheet reconciliation process
• Facilitate the requirements of internal and external (corporate and statutory) audits, assist with the compiling of local financial statements
• Close collaboration with Controlling, Tax, FP&A and other stakeholders
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives
• Perform other ad-hoc duties and reports.

What you bring to the table

• Technical accounting knowledge and a degree in Finance or Accounting
• At least 3-5 years of relevant working experience in an international company
• Proven experience in working with external and internal auditors, including collaboration with external parties in order to fulfill statutory obligations
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports as required
• Solid organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn, challenge the “status quo” and be able to “think outside the box” if needed.

What you can expect from us

• Enjoy the flexibility and life balance of hybrid work where each team aligns on their minimum number of days in office to foster collaboration and meet the team's needs.
• Possibility to work up to 3 months from abroad (depending on your job function)
• 30,5 days of paid leave, so plenty of time to enjoy your travels!
• Flat hierarchy where your voice can be heard, welcomed and appreciated at all levels in the organization - where people can thrive, be creative and ultimately build their own legacy within the company.
• A diverse and multicultural working environment. Our global team has over 50 different nationalities and we embrace everyone’s authenticity.
• A company-sponsored volunteer day, dedicated to giving back to our community and making a positive impact together
• We have proven to grow people internally and we offer many internal development courses to keep on learning and growing.
• Amazing benefits, such as covered travel costs, ClassPass subscription/membership and a bike plan.
• Discover our Bijlmer Arena office in Amsterdam, surrounded by the city's second-largest shopping area, a vibrant cultural scene, diverse lunch options, and just one easy connection away from Amsterdam Central Station. Office amenities include car parking, secure bike storage, a pool table and more.
• Free fruit, company bar, team drinks and company events.

About Travix

Travix is one of the leading global online travel agencies managing an extensive portfolio of travel focused websites operating under the brand names CheapTickets, Vliegwinkel, BudgetAir, Vayama and Flugladen. In 2020 we took our next step, becoming part of the Trip.com Group, one of the largest online travel companies in the world, consisting of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, Travelfusion, Make my Trip and Qunar. Travix operates in over 40 countries expanding in 5 continents, so a global mindset comes naturally. Our purpose is ‘the next journey at your fingertips, which goes for our customers and employees. We bring together passionate people, global partners, cutting-edge technology and an innovative platform to deliver our customers' best end-to-end booking experience. With a strategic vision and the resources and stability of the Trip.com Group, we provide an international playground where our employees can truly impact the future of traveling.