Are you a financial expert and does accounting have no secrets for you? Do you like studying figures and do you like to have ownership? Then the position of Accounting Officer at Miele is your next career step! In this position you are the pivot between the financial processes, the people and the resulting administration. Together with the controllers, shared service centre and external parties, such as our accountants and advisors, you ensure accurate accounting. This not only involves the correct administration of the figures, but also identifying bottlenecks and risks in terms of legislation and regulations. You will be working in a multinational team, with a manager who focuses on your talents and prepares you for a great career within Miele. The many international contacts within the Miele group offer you the opportunity to build an interesting network.

What you will be doing:

As Accounting Officer, you will be responsible for financial analysis and internal controls. You analyze complex financial data and risks and make connections for reporting. With a proactive attitude you suggest improvements for administrative and financial processes. Together with your fellow Accounting Officers in the Netherlands and France, you work to standardize processes within the Western Europe cluster and exchange best practices.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

• Check that the company's financial statements are accurate (e.g. correct entries and allocations to cost and profit centers).
• Handling tax returns, otherwise returns for governments and agencies and the like
• Preparation of monthly reports for management, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Analysis of financial figures versus budget and forecast.
• Cooperate with the shared service center in Poland that handles operational tasks and administration.
• Be first contact for audit and other government agencies regarding relevant tax and legal issues such as tax returns, VAT, environmental returns, etc.

Why you should choose this job at Miele:

At Miele, we are committed to talent, growth and sustainability. We are building a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone gets equal opportunities and can be the best version of themselves. Working from your talent makes you happy and gives you energy and desire to make a difference. Together, we work on innovative solutions that not only contribute to the success of the company but also have an impact on society.

We offer you:

• A permanent contract.
• We supplement your salary with nice extras: insurances, meal vouchers, bonuses, cafetaria plan, eco vouchers, discounts on company products, laptop and iPhone.
• 6 days flextime and 3 extra days leave on top of the legal 20 days leave.
• Flexible working hours, combined with teleworking, so you can find a good balance between your work and your free time.
• A modern working environment (HQ Mollem) and the necessary tools to work optimally.
• A strong brand and a stable family business that attaches great importance to customer satisfaction.

The Accounting Officer we are looking for:

• Has a Bachelor's or Master's degree in an economic or financial field. A degree in Taxation is a strong asset.
• 4 Years of experience as an accounting officer, financial or business analyst, accountant or auditor.
• Is stress-resistant and ensures deadlines are met thanks to the right priorities.
• Works accurately and independently and is well-organized.
• Communicates clearly in Dutch/English or French/English.
• Has an excellent command of Excel (pivot tables and power pivots) and can work well with ERP packages and BI (Business Intelligence) for reporting. Knowledge of SAP and/or Power BI is a plus.

Would you like to join us on a quest for "Immer Besser" and further develop your career? Then apply now! We are already looking forward to meeting you.

At Miele we strive for a premium and inclusive recruitment process. Please inform us of any specific needs or adjustments so that we can create an enjoyable and accessible experience for you. We value diverse perspectives and believe in equal opportunities for all. Our selection is based on experience and competencies.

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