Are you an experienced AP/AR professional ready for the next step in your career? At Smurfit Westrock Paper Services (SWPS), we are looking for a Team Lead Financial Accounting who thrives on responsibility, enjoys bringing structure, and is motivated by supporting and developing an operational team.

In this role, you combine your financial expertise with a coaching leadership style. You work closely with the team, safeguard quality, and ensure a smooth and professional financial administration.

As Team Lead Financial Accounting, you will work in a dynamic trading environment within the paper industry. You are responsible for accurate financial processing of complex goods flows and for leading the AP/AR team.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Daily management, coaching, and development of the AP/AR team.
• Monitoring quality, deadlines, and process agreements.
• Supporting the processing of sales invoices, self-billing, and resolving discrepancies.
• Reviewing and approving credit and debit notes.
• Checking commission calculations and invoicing.
• Ensuring a correct month-end close in line with SOX and internal procedures.
• Annually updating Finance & Control procedures.
• Supporting the Financial Controller with analyses and reporting.
• Acting as backup for the Financial Accountant CM/GL.
• Initiating process optimisations and professionalisation initiatives.

A full-time position (40 hours per week) within an international organisation where you can make a real impact on both financial processes and the team. Our employment conditions include:

• A salary between €4,600 – €5,500 gross per month (depending on experience).
• An attractive local bonus scheme.
• 25 vacation days + 13 ATV days, freely available (based on full-time employment).
• Starting with a temporary contract with the prospect of a permanent position.
• Hybrid working with a home-working allowance (€2.45 per day).
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km (maximum 50 km one way).
• Ergonomic workplace (electric desk, desk bike).
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Discounts on health and lifestyle programs through Ben Vitaal.

And of course.. plenty of fun and connection:

• CoffeeConnect moments
• Various employee events such as a summer BBQ and Christmas event
• Employee Recognition Program
• Team outings and initiatives throughout the year
• SWYPE (Smurfit Westrock Young Professionals Events): the place to network, attend masterclasses, visit our corrugators/factories, and join social events with young professionals within Smurfit Westrock Benelux.

Smurfit Westrock Paper Services (SWPS) is a multifunctional service unit within the international Smurfit Westrock organisation. We deliver sales, supply chain, IT & IS, and financial services to various business units across Europe.

From our office in Roermond, we also handle the administrative and operational processing for 16 paper mills across Europe, including full financial processing, supply chain planning, and other supporting processes.

You are analytically strong, enjoy working with structure, and like collaborating with and within a team. You take ownership, think ahead, and enjoy guiding others in their work.

You bring:

• A bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Finance, Business Economics, Accountancy, or similar.
• At least 5 years of relevant AP/AR experience in an international trading or production environment.
• Some experience with team coaching or supervision is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (especially Excel), SAP, and SAP BI.
• Knowledge of IFRS, SOX, and HFM is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• Accuracy, stress resistance, and a proactive working attitude.
• Residence in the Roermond region.

Important:

• We do not offer visa or relocation support.
• You must be eligible to work in the Netherlands and have a BSN.

Press the button apply or send your CV to Eileen Chew at hrpaperservices@smurfitwestrock.nl.

For more information or questions about the position, you can contact Tamara Janssen at 0475 474 158 or 06 5799 7756.