General Ledger Accountant

Permanent employee, Full-time · Amsterdam

Join Lepaya!

Why we need you

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Ledger Accountant to manage financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting in accordance with the relevant accounting standards. This role will also encompass transfer pricing responsibilities and legal entity optimization, ensuring compliance with international tax regulations and efficient corporate structuring. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance.

What you’ll bring

A background in audit, ideally from a Big 4 or second-tier audit firm.
Strong expertise in technical accounting, with a solid understanding of financial reporting standards and compliance.
4-5+ years of experience in accounting or audit - making this a great next step in your career.
Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent); experience in a commercial environment is also welcome.
Ability to navigate complex financial structures and apply technical accounting knowledge effectively in a business setting.

Your first-year achievements

Financial Reporting & Compliance: Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet and P&L accounts, resolve discrepancies, and prepare financial statements in line with GAAP/IFRS and company policies.
Audit & Closing Processes: Support the month-end and year-end closing, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Finalize the 2024 audit by Q3’24 across all Lepaya entities.
Transfer Pricing & Tax Compliance: Oversee and implement transfer pricing policies across the group, ensuring compliance with evolving legal entity structures and tax regulations.
Entity Optimization & Compliance: Analyze entity structures for tax efficiency, collaborate with tax advisors, and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance.
Process Improvement & Automation: Drive standardization and automation of financial processes, particularly around month-end closure, to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Audit Support: Work closely with external and internal auditors to facilitate smooth financial reviews and audits.

Why you’ll love this journey at Lepaya

A challenging role in a vibrant international scale-up
Our work-to-live scheme, which prioritizes health and wellbeing
Unlimited holidays and Lepaya Fridays – every other Friday, a day for yourself
Flexible hours and a hybrid working arrangement, we expect you to work from our office at least 2 days a week
Work from anywhere for 8 weeks/year
500 euros per year to be used on Empowr, our psychological & well-being partners
Lots of opportunities to learn and grow, including internal career development:
- Access to our Lepaya Academy to help you upskill
- An internal hiring program to help you advance

Our mission

At Lepaya, we empower professionals to thrive in their careers and lead happier lives, driving businesses to new heights. Every member of our team contributes to transforming the way organizations develop their talent. Our specialized academies support employees at every stage of their journey. Combining human expertise with cutting-edge software, our platform integrates advanced learning seamlessly into daily workflows. With nearly 1 million individuals upskilled at companies like KPMG, Dell, and L’Oréal, and backed by $80 million in funding, Lepaya is shaping the future of professional development.
Join our global, fast-growing team as we aim to be the largest upskilling platform worldwide!

How we live DE&I

At Lepaya, our diverse team embraces professionals of all backgrounds. We prioritize an inclusive environment where every member is valued and empowered. We're dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion through initiatives like our Diversity Charter and internal DE&I team. Your unique perspective is celebrated, ensuring you feel supported and encouraged to be yourself at work.

Our Way of Working

We succeed together. We act and come up with solutions. We build for growth. We exceed expectations. We create meaningful impact. For a glimpse into our culture, explore our careers page.

What happens next

Ensuring that your candidate journey is smooth is our top priority! Here's a sneak peek into our standard hiring process: First, an introductory interview; then, a chat with the hiring manager; followed by a technical interview or a business case; a chance to meet our founder; and finally, an offer! We're all about getting to know you better, so we'll invite you to our office for a face-to-face stage, where you can meet potential future colleagues and experience our awesome office vibes firsthand!

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