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Financial Accountant (GL)Santander · Utrecht
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Financial Accountant (GL)

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-16 Utrecht Hybrid Accounting
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 2,200 EUR–3,200 EUR/mo

About the Company

We are Open Bank, S.A., Branche Nederland. We have been active in the consumer finance market in the Netherlands since 1985 (car financing and stock financing). In the Netherlands, we serve our customers from our office in Utrecht, and since 1992 also in Belgium from our office in Merelbeke (near Ghent). The leasing company Santander Leasing is also part of Open Bank, S.A., Branche Nederland. (in the Netherlands with offices in Den Bosch, and in Belgium from Merelbeke). Our Benelux team consists of approximately 350 colleagues. Together, we are part of the Santander Group, one of the largest financial institutions in the world. What makes Openbank, Openbank We work with many different nationalities. Showing initiative is appreciated by us, just like humor. We stimulate creativity and spar with each other about new ideas. We have an open corporate culture with an informal working atmosphere. What sets us apart: We have an open-plan office with several bigger or smaller meeting rooms and focus rooms if you have the need for more privacy and focus. We know how important mobile work is. Where it can be reconciled with the job, employees can work from home two or three days a week and are still connected to colleagues and customers via MS Teams. For 7 years, we have been receiving the Top Employer Netherlands, Belgium and Europe award. The health and wellbeing of our professionals are a priority and a fundamental pillar of Open Bank,

Responsibilities

  • ● ership, and results matter. We value both individual initiative and teamwork, creating an environment where people are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and make a tangible impact. In this role, you will report directly to the Manager Financial Accounting.
  • ● This role is ideal for someone who is accurate, proactive, and driven to deliver high-quality results. You enjoy taking ownership of your work and are comfortable working independently, while also valuing collaboration and contributing to a positive team environment. With a strong analytical mindset and a structured approach, you are able to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights that support sound business decisions.
  • ● You have a strong sense of responsibility and take pride in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls. Through reliable financial reporting and attention to detail, you help provide the business with a solid financial foundation.
  • ● In addition, you are a supportive team player who is willing to step in and assist colleagues when needed, including providing backup coverage during holiday periods and other absences. You actively share knowledge, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and help foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
  • ● Your duties and responsibilities in short:
  • ● Ensure the accurate, complete, and timely processing of financial data, including general ledger accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, subsystem reconciliations, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • ● Prepare and deliver high-quality internal and external financial reports, including VAT, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), and statutory and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • ● Coordinate and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with reporting deadlines and quality standards.
  • ● Prepare and maintain Belgian VAT and Corporate Income Tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
  • ● Provide balance sheet and profit and loss information to Head Office in compliance with IFRS and group reporting requirements.
  • ● Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
  • ● Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and contributing to the timely resolution of audit findings and recommendations.
  • ● Collaborate with stakeholders to define financial data requirements and provide accounting support for projects, business initiatives, and activity settlements.
  • ● Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance existing processes, strengthen controls, and implement more efficient and standardized ways of working across entities.
  • ● Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • ● At least 5 years of relevant experience in a similar financial accounting role; experience within the financial services or consumer finance sector is considered a strong advantage.
  • ● Solid understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
  • ● Knowledge of lending, credit products, and related financial processes is preferred.
  • ● Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • ● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.