At a glance

Are you a committed hands-on leader, who is analytical, result-oriented, data-minded and able to understand complex processes? Are you also capable to come up with new solutions in a challenging and changing environment and are you looking for a challenge in both your personal and professional development? Then the role of Expert Lead IFRS Clients & Group Functions (this is the internal title we use for this role) is the perfect opportunity for you!

We are Clients & Group Functions Accounting, a high performing team within Financial Accounting that is responsible for the accounting and reporting of the financials of ABN AMRO Mainbank’s client units and group functions. We have a pivotal role between our front office stakeholders and the financial chain that ultimately leads to ABN AMRO’s reporting of financial figures. To ensure quality and operational efficiency, we consistently thrive to optimize and improve our processes and ourselves as a team. This helps us in staying “Fit for the future”!

Your job

You’ll manage and work together with a divers team of 10 highly qualified professionals. You are, together with the team, responsible for the accounting and IFRS reporting of all client units and group functions within the mainbank related IFRS reporting to external stakeholders (including amongst others IFRS Annual Accounts). In addition, you and your team are responsible to service internal stakeholders (amongst which internal controlling departments, management reporting and daily reporting to traders) and manage the various audit processes, with internal and external auditors, as well as audits performed by regulators like DNB and ECB.

Working environment

IFRS Clients and Group Functions Accounting is part of Financial Accounting and consists of 10 colleagues. We are responsible for the entire internal and external IFRS reporting of the client units and group functions of ABN Amro mainbank. This includes the client units Personal & Business Banking, Wealth Management and Corporate Banking.

The team demonstrates strong attention to detail, meets deadlines consistently, collaborates effectively and possesses a deep understanding of complex financial transactions. Additionally, adaptability to changes in accounting regulations and a commitment to continuous improvement contribute to the team’s overall success. The department is currently implementing a new system environment, which leaves sufficient room for creativity and improvements.

Your profile

You are analytical, proactive and a strong team player. You coach and guide a team and its individual team members to grow in a sustainable way. You support the team with your knowledge and experience. You thrive in a continuously changing environment. You collaborate easily, have a positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn. In addition, you can relate to the following qualifications: 

• 10+ years of experience in a similar environment
• Fluent proficiency in Dutch & English
• Extensive experience in banking or financial services
• Masters degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Controlling or similar. Being a chartered Accountant or Controller (RA/ACCA/RC) is a plus
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, processes and standards
• Deep understanding of regulatory compliance in the financial industry (proven work experience with IFRS is a must)
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

We are offering

• The gross monthly salary displayed above is based on a 36-hour work week, including vacation pay and benefit budget.
  • The Benefit Budget is 11% of your salary. The Benefit Budget allows you to acquire additional employment benefits. If you make no purchases or reservations in the Benefit Shop in a given month, you are paid one twelfth of your Benefit Budget that month.
• Five weeks of vacation per year. You have the option to purchase an additional four weeks per year.
• Personal development Budget of € 1,000 per year, which you can accumulate up to € 3,000.
• Possibility to work from home (in consultation with your team and depending on your position).
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands.
• An excellent pension scheme.

Interested?

Does this sound like something you are interested in? Send us your application as soon as possible. To find out more, contact Thomas van Oudenaarden (06-83135983) Head of Clients & Group Functions Accounting.

We very much look forward meeting you.

Equal opportunities for all

The success of our organisation depends on the quality of our people and the ideas that they have. Truly surprising insights and innovative solutions for our clients result from an interplay of cultures, knowledge and experience. Diversity is therefore extremely important to our organisation. To ensure that everyone at ABN AMRO can develop their talents, we encourage an inclusive culture in which all colleagues feel engaged and appreciated.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please.