Accounting Specialist - EMEA

A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Have you heard of JBL or Harman/Kardon, some of the world’s leading audio brands? The market we are leading in, is fast paced, fun and dynamic. Our Lifestyle division has seen continuous growth over the last years and doesn't plan to stop there!

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic commercially focused Accounting Specialist to join our Finance department in Amsterdam.

By joining Harman, you'll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones, portable speakers, and other audio technologies, and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. But that's not all - at HARMAN, you'll have the opportunity to be heard and respected, to rapidly develop your skills and cultivate new ideas in our agile and supportive culture.

Accounting Specialist - EMEA

About the Role:

As Accounting Specialist within the Lifestyle Division EMEA you will be responsible for the Financial Month Close, Reporting and Risk Control and will play a key role in optimizing processes within the Finance team. The Accounting Specialist reports to the Senior Manager, Finance and Controlling and is closely working with the Business Analysis Team and Shared Service Centers in Hungary and India.

What You Will Do:

• Financial Month End Close process preparation of monthly journals in regards of accruals and provisions.
• Financial statement review and variance analysis.
• Provide Balance sheet reconciliations and proactively follow up on action items.
• Providing timely, accurate Reporting to stakeholders; Corporate Finance, Global BU Controllers and Treasury.
• Initiates and supports process improvement projects.
• Cooperates with Shared Service transactional processing and General Ledger Accounting teams to safeguard accurate and consistent accounting.
• Keeps Control Documents updated and is go to person for Internal and External Auditors for the controls within the area of responsibility.
• Maintenance & compliance with procedures and looking for process improvements.

What You Need:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance or related fields.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in an international finance/ controlling function.
• Strong accounting background, IFRS knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills, especially in Excel.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Living in the Netherlands.

What is Nice to Have:

• Professional Qualification (ACCA/CPA/CMA/RA)
• Knowledge and experience with financial systems, SAP, and BPC.
• Knowledge and experience within the retail or consumer electronics markets.
• Experience with Qlik.
• Audit experience at a Big 4 company.
• Knowledge of other European language (Dutch, German, French, etc.)

What We Offer:

• HARMAN is offering a unique opportunity for growth and development in the dynamic and exciting world of consumer electronics.
• We provide a flexible work schedule that allows you to work from home, while also enjoying a fantastic new office at Houthavens, Amsterdam.
• At HARMAN, we value diversity and inclusivity, and foster a friendly and supportive global working atmosphere. We believe in investing in our employees through career development opportunities, professional training, and competitive market-based compensation. As part of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer a commuter travel package, environment allowance, and interesting collective health insurance scheme, pension, and employee discounts on world-class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).
• As a HARMAN employee, you will have access to professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies, internal talent management leadership acceleration programs, and our "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program.

And a few reasons you might love it:

• We're seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our team and help us transform the way people experience sound. As a global leader in the audio industry, HARMAN offers the chance to work with iconic brands like JBL, Harman/Kardon, and AKG, as well as cutting-edge technology and industry-first features.
• We value excellence and brilliance in all of our 30,000 employees and we're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for innovation and superior sound technology. If you're looking for a career full of brilliant possibilities and the chance to work on industry-first features, then HARMAN is the place for you!

Don't miss out on the chance to be part of a culture that values excellence and brilliance in all of our employees. Apply now and take the first step towards a career full of brilliant possibilities! https://www.harman.com/career

We look forward to receiving your application! Send your application with your resume and letter of motivation. We will process the applications as we receive them.

For more information about the position or the recruitment process, feel free to contact our Recruitment department on [email protected].

Join HARMAN and discover a world of endless possibilities!

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.