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, eBags, 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
Samsonite is seeking a detail-oriented and Senior Accountant to oversee the end-to-end accounting process for one or more of our group entities. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while meeting reporting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:
Process supplier invoices efficiently and accurately.
Manage the monthly closing process, including account reconciliations.
Calculate agent commissions and customer year-end discounts.
Review and control the general ledger, analyzing cost center variances.
Prepare and submit VAT and Intrastat reports, as well as other statutory reporting requirements.
Compile statutory annual accounts in compliance with applicable regulations.
Applicants Should Ideally Have
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.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities while meeting deadlines.
The capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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.
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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.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Manufacturing
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