Van Caem Klerks Group is an international trading company operating within the global market. Van Caem Klerks Group buys and sells A-branded goods in a variety of categories, namely: Liquor, Fragrance & Cosmetics, and FMCG (Toiletries, Food, and Professional Haircare). We are a service-oriented company with over 50 years of experience in the import and export industry. Our head office is in the heart of Amsterdam, with international office in Curacao. We have two of our own warehouses strategically placed near the Port of Rotterdam, which helps us provide the best and most efficient service.
Van Caem Klerks Group has a turnover of over 300 million euros. Despite this, we maintain an informal and flat organizational structure that prioritizes employee growth and progression. We pride ourselves on maintaining an international focus, with representation from over 30 nationalities among our 150 employees.
We are currently seeking a Junior Accountant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow their accounting skills in an international setting. As a Junior Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial transactions and supporting the smooth operation of our finance department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bank Statement Processing: Review and process bank statements to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Accounts Payable Inbox & Reminders: Monitor the accounts payable inbox for incoming invoices, queries, and reminders from vendors. Respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Urgent Payments: Handle urgent payment requests, ensuring payments are processed quickly and accurately.
- Payment Batch Creation & Processing: Prepare, verify, and process payment batches according to the company’s payment schedule and policies.
- Debtors & Creditors Management: Monitor and manage debtor and creditor accounts, ensuring timely collections and payments.
- Release Orders: Review and approve sales orders, ensuring they align with company policies and payment conditions before releasing them to customers.
- Client & Vendor Approval: Assist in onboarding new clients and vendors by verifying their information and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Record Keeping & Documentation: Maintain organized records of all financial transactions, invoices, and correspondence related to accounts payable.
Qualifications:
- Experience in accounting or finance roles.
- Familiarity with accounting software (Business Central is a plus).
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve discrepancies.
- Understanding of debtor and creditor management processes.
What do we offer?
We offer an exciting, challenging job in a young and international environment located in an amazing office in Amsterdam. After a busy week we take a trip through the Amsterdam canals on our own boat, we enjoy drinks in our office bar every Friday, and we organize great parties and team-building events couple of times a year. Furthermore, our in-house chef prepares complimentary lunch daily. We have an open organizational structure and own initiatives are highly appreciated.
Applications from candidates living outside the Netherlands will not be taken into consideration.
