Description
At Catawiki, every day brings the extraordinary! We're a one-of-a-kind marketplace for buying and selling special objects. Each week, more than 100,000 unique items are auctioned, all carefully curated by our in-house experts.
As Accounting & Reporting Manager, you will ensure accurate, timely and IFRS-compliant accounting and reporting as Catawiki continues to grow. You will strengthen the finance function through effective controls, scalable processes and a clear understanding of the story behind the figures.
You will lead and develop the Accounting & Reporting team, partner with stakeholders across the organisation and ensure the financial implications of new business initiatives are appropriately captured and accounted for.
Responsibilities
- Lead the month-end close to ensure accurate, timely and IFRS-compliant accounting.
- Deliver timely monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, translating financial results into clear presentations for the Management Team, Executive Board and investors.
- Ensure compliance with national and local legal, accounting and regulatory requirements, keeping track of existing and emerging legislation and policies.
- Manage relationships with local accountants and external auditors to ensure compliance with local regulations and appropriate accounting.
- Improve financial processes, reporting systems and internal controls to support efficient, accurate and timely reporting as the organisation grows.
- Partner with internal stakeholders on cross-functional projects, ensuring the financial implications of new business initiatives are captured and appropriately accounted for.
- Lead and develop the Accounting & Reporting team, building its capabilities in a continuously changing environment.
Requirements
- An academic degree in accounting and an RA, CPA or equivalent qualification.
- At least 8 years of successful experience in financial control and accounting within an international company and/or a Big Four accountancy firm.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and the ability to apply it to accounting and reporting.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience developing teams and strengthening the finance function in a changing environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with teams, management and other stakeholders.
- A hands-on and flexible working style, with the ability to move between pragmatic execution and conceptual thinking while managing multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong technical proficiency and proven ability to use automation and AI tools to improve efficiency and drive innovation.
Benefits
- Create a visible impact by working at scale in a global organisation serving millions of customers across 80+ categories.
- Learn and grow through our Learning & Development initiatives, including clear development plans and mentorship programmes to support your career progression.
- A culture of connection defines us. We're a passionate, diverse team of 800+ Catawikians representing 60+ nationalities.
- Celebrate life's moments with us. You'll receive a €100 Catavoucher when you join, a €50 Catavoucher on your birthday, and an extra day off each year to 'Pursue Your Passion'.