Accountant

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Today, 2,000 dedicated individuals are working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centers by creating innovative, engaging spaces that truly redefine community connections. Within our Northern Europe Region - spanning the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and the UK - we own and manage eight exceptional assets. These include Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, Stadshart Amstelveen, Westfield London, and Westfield Stratford City. We are looking for an Accountant to join our finance team in Amstelveen, the Netherlands. What you will be doing as an Accountant... Asset accounting for two shopping centres; Fixed assets management Maintain and update the fixed asset register (acquisitions, disposals and transfers); Accurate capitalisation of assets in accordance with group accounting manual and accounting standards (IFRS en Dutch GAAP) Capital Expenditure Monitoring Monitor and report on capital projects and spending Verify proper classification of capital versus expense items Supporting audit of accounts for group purposes; Contact personfor the consolidation team during closings; Participation in projects for Record-to-Report process (implementation of SAP4/HANA); Identify opportunities to streamline asset accounting process; Assist on implementing best practices and automation where possible Active involvement in changing and harmonization of accounting processes between countries. Work closely with procurement, finance and operations to ensure accurate asset tracking. Provide guidance on asset-accounting queries Collaboration with tax department on VAT returns. Prepare accurate periodic VAT returns in compliance with local tax regulations Ensure compliance with IFRS and Dutch GAAP. What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful as an Accountant You must be fluent in Dutch & English, You hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and Dutch GAAP); You have working experience (knowledge) of SAP and Excel; You have analytical skills and experience in projects; Experience in Real Estate is a plus. Why work for us: Top-notch learning and development opportunities. A fantastic bonus scheme Company health insurance is available at a reduced tariff We offer a one-year contract with an option to extend to permanent You will get a meal allowance of € 2,- per day Commuting allowance of € 0,32 cts per km, or an NS business card. 32 days vacation.