Accounting Specialist

Join vidaXL and Help Shape Accurate, High-Quality Accounting

The purpose of this job is to execute accurate and timely accounting for assigned entities/activities, ensuring clean ledgers, compliant journal entries, reconciled balance sheets, and reliable data feeding into consolidation and reporting. As the foundation of the close, this role ensures that results are right the first time, supporting the Reporting & Accounting Lead in delivering a fast, high-quality month-end close and audit-ready financials.

You will:

• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, reclassifications, FX, provisions, payroll, inventory, cost allocations) in line with Group accounting policies;
• Support the month-end QA checklist, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and consistent documentation;
• Ensure all entries comply with each Group’s Accounting Manual and chart of accounts;
• Support inventory accounting (landed cost, provision calculations, shrinkage, adjustments);
• Prepare calculation files for provisions (returns, bad debt, slow-moving inventory, outstanding liabilities);
• Submit entity-level reporting templates into the consolidation system (e.g., Jedox) on time and with accuracy;
• Maintain documentation for ICFR-style controls (JE approval logs, reconciliation evidence, access reviews);
• Identify control gaps and propose improvements to the Reporting & Accounting Lead;

You have:

• 3–6 years of accounting experience in a multi-entity or multinational environment;
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, month-end close, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany flows;
• Working knowledge of IFRS or local GAAP;
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills;
• Able to interpret accounting policies and apply them in practical scenarios;
• Strong documentation, discipline, and attention to detail;

We offer:

• 25 vacation days, increasing with time of service, with the option to purchase 10 additional days;
• 8% holiday allowance;
• Non-contributory pension;
• €0,23 net travel allowance and a net remote work allowance of €2,40;
• A hybrid work model, with full support for your home office setup;
• Laptop and phone provided by vidaXL;
• A positive work environment. 8 out of 10 colleagues say we’re a good place to work and feel they are part of the team;

vidaXL as an employer
vidaXL is a major player in the ever-growing world of e-commerce. Since our foundation in 2006, we've expanded our global reach, serving millions of customers with a vast selection of products for every aspect of their lives. Our bold and down-to-earth approach sets us apart. We embrace challenges, take chances, and try new things every day to provide our customers with the best possible experience. We believe in our people and love investing in their personal growth. We offer the freedom to seize opportunities, thrive, and grow alongside a global e-commerce leader. Join us to growXL!