Jr Accountant

Samsonite is the worldwide leader in superior travel bags, luggage, and accessories combining notable style with the latest design technology and the utmost attention to quality and durability. For more than 100 years, Samsonite has leveraged its rich heritage to create unparalleled products that fulfill the travel lifestyle needs of conscious movers everywhere. With a portfolio of brands including Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, High Sierra, Gregory, Hartmann, and Lipault Paris, our products are sold in over 100 countries in North America, Asia, Europe and Latin America through our company-operated retail store, websites and a variety of retail partners.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will support the daily accounting operations of one or more group entities, ensuring accurate financial processing and compliance with statutory requirements while assisting with monthly closings and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will:

• Process supplier invoices efficiently and accurately.
• Process and monitor travel expenses.
• Assist in the monthly closing process, including account reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing and submitting monthly / yearly VAT and Intrastat reports, as well as other statutory reporting requirements.
• Assist in monthly payroll preparation.
• Support in other ad hoc tasks related to the accounting of one or more group entities.

Applicants should ideally have:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent by experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; familiarity with SAP FI/CO is a plus.
• Fluency in Dutch and English; additional languages are an advantage.
• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey information tactfully and diplomatically.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Samsonite is offering:

• A dynamic and challenging role at the European Headquarters of a leading international company.
• A permanent position with a competitive salary package and attractive fringe benefits.
• The opportunity to contribute to a global brand and develop your career in a supportive environment.

Travel is one of life’s greatest experiences. Are you ready to travel with us?

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About the Team

Why you'll love working here:

• Our employees matter. As a people-focused business, we work hard to provide meaningful rewards and development opportunities for our employees, recognizing performance, and creating a supportive working environment for them, wherever they are based.
• Vibrant culture. We are committed to a diverse and rich culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.
• Socially responsible. We want to minimize our products' impact on the environment and help create positive journeys worldwide. We do this by creating the best products using the most sustainable and innovative materials, methods, and models.

What we value:

At Samsonite, we do more than create the bags that move with our consumer, we inspire and celebrate the moments that move them. We believe we have a responsibility to the world in how we operate, the products we sell, the communities where we live and work, and how we treat the people we employ. We're as diverse as travel itself, and like travel, your journey with Samsonite presents the opportunity to be a part of something bigger and explore your passions. This is why we offer various paths for professionals and celebrate the knowledge and skills they bring to our team. We are committed to a respectful workplace that allows our team members to bring their best selves to the workplace daily.

Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5627
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Function Corporate
• Display Work Location Samsonite Head Office