About Nippon Recruitment
Nippon Recruitment specialises in international recruitment worldwide, with a focus on Japanese companies. On behalf of our customer, a multinational Japanese company, we are looking for an
Accounting & Finance Associate, Amsterdam
Accounting, Audit, Tax, Real Estate
Company information
Our customer is a leading global Japanese holding company.
Job description
This position provides exposure to international investments, real estate, corporate structures, and strategic projects in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment:
(1) Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
- Review bookkeeping records prepared internally and by external service providers.
- Assist with preparation of B/S, P/L, C/F and Budget vs Actual reporting
- Support audit processes and coordinate with external auditors
(2) Tax & Compliance
- Support corporate tax, VAT, and local compliance activities
- Coordinate with external tax advisors and accounting firms
- Track filing deadlines and regulatory requirements
- Maintain compliance calendars and supporting documentation
(3) Corporate Administration
- Manage corporate records and statutory documentation
- Support entity maintenance for holding companies and SPV’s
- Coordinate with notaries, corporate service providers, banks, and advisors
(4) Investment & Real Estate Support
- Assist in financial analysis relating to investment and real estate activities
- Monitor cash balances, financing arrangements, and capital movements
- Prepare management reports and investment-related analysis
(5) Budgeting & Treasury Support
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting exercises
- Track operating expenses and project expenditures
- Assist with treasury administration and banking matters
- Monitor foreign exchange exposure and funding requirements
(6) Project Management
- Coordinate projects involving finance, tax, legal, and external advisors
- Prepare materials for management meetings and decision-making
- Drive follow-up actions and maintain project trackers
(7) Data & Process Improvement
- Improve reporting quality and operational efficiency
- Assist in implementing finance systems, controls, and workflow improvements
- Develop management reporting dashboards and KPI tracking
Job requirements
In order to qualify for this versatile and challenging position, required are at least the following criteria:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or Tax (Bachelor, Master), or similar
- Experience in Big4, and/or corporate finance, accounting, tax advisory, family office, investment management
- Proficient with MS Office
- Fluency in English
- Japanese and Dutch language skills will be a plus
- Exposure to real estate investments, understanding of Dutch corporate tax
- Familiar with investment holding structures and SPV’s (preferably)
- Entitled to work in the Netherlands
Are you looking for this broad and challenging role? Please send your CV to Gert Jan van der Lei (application@nipponrecruitment.com).
