DHL Express - a company that connects people!
What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee's individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world. DHL is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment - to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. Start YOUR career with DHL today at our DHL finance expertise center in Maastricht, where high-quality and complex financial services are provided for the region. This Shared Service Center offers employment to over 550 employees, with 40 nationalities, who speak 34 languages. We are looking for aAccounting Specialist
to join Corporate Tax team in Maastricht.How will you contribute to the success of DHL?
As an Accounting Specialist in Financial Accounting, you will play a vital role in supporting our international business by ensuring the timely and accurate preparation and reporting of monthly financial statements for various European DHL entities, in compliance with IFRS and corporate policies. Your responsibilities will include a range of critical accounting functions, such as:
- Preparing and following up on balance sheet accounts and maintaining the chart of accounts.
- Performing account and sub-ledger reconciliations, as well as supporting the analytical review of the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss statements.
- Preparing and processing accruals and provisions while executing month-end closing activities according to a defined schedule.
In addition to these core tasks, you will provide essential financial information to local finance teams and internal/external auditors, and assist in the preparation of statutory reporting in accordance with local GAAP from IFRS group accounting records. Your role will also involve resource planning and ensuring the quality of work performed by your team.
Key aspects of your position will include:
- Inspiring, motivating, and developing team members and colleagues.
- Meeting agreed KPIs with Business Partners and ensuring delivery as per SLA.
- Identifying and developing continuous improvement ideas to enhance efficiencies within the Service Line.
- Acting as a deputy in the absence of the Team manager for operational tasks and set day-to-day KPI's to ensure operational management of the team is effectively maintained.
Do you have what it takes?
We are looking for a candidate who meets the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's or University degree in Financial Accounting, Finance, or Business Economics.
- Strong understanding of Accounting and Accounting Principles.
- Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and Oracle/SAP applications.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with local business partners.
- Strong focus on continuous improvement.
- Familiarity with IFRS and Deutsche Post DHL policies.
- 5+ years of experience in Record to Report (RtR) / General Ledger, with familiarity with RtR policies and Global Operating Models.
A great place to work! Really, DHL Express is certified as Great Place To Work. This means you will work in an environment where trust and safety are core values! Next to this we also offer:
- A strong Compensation & Benefits package;
- A chance to work for the biggest logistical company in the world;
- Flexibility and a great opportunity to learn;
- Awide range of employee benefits like e.g. Insurance discount;
- Availability of a wide range of training possibilities.
- RCS Grade: K
DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic