Accountant

Hi! 👋 I’m Jaime, the Finance Manager based in Amsterdam. We’re looking to bring on a detail-oriented and driven Accountant to join our growing team in Amsterdam.

As we scale our global operations, our goal is to build a world-class finance function that ensures accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight to support decision-making across the company.

How We Work

At WeTravel Finance, we move fast and value autonomy. We don’t just manage spreadsheets, we build the financial backbone of a global platform. We look for teammates who take ownership of their work and care as much about the "how" as the "what." Our team is collaborative and cross-functional with high visibility. You will be supported by experienced colleagues, and have the opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced environment.

Our culture is guided by four core values that define every interaction we have, whether with a third-party or a colleague:

• Be Respectful: We foster a welcoming, inclusive environment that thrives on diverse perspectives and unique life experiences.

• Be Honest: We default to transparency, building genuine connections with our team and customers through radical honesty.

• Be Resourceful: we think big and act creatively. We find ways to succeed even when the path ahead isn't perfectly mapped out.

• Be the Solution: We lead with a solution-first mindset. It’s not enough to identify a problem; we collaborate to fix it.

Why You Should or Shouldn’t Apply

You should apply if you:

• Have 3+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar mid-level role

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Are highly proficient in our core software stack: NetSuite, Ramp, Excel, Google Suite

• Have strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Possess a solid understanding of financial accounting principles (bonus if you know US GAAP).

• Are proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn

• Are a team player who communicates clearly and effectively, and feels comfortable presenting financial data to the team weekly

You might not be the right fit if you:

• Require heavy oversight to complete standard month-end tasks or reconciliations

• Aren’t comfortable working in a hybrid or tech-savvy environment

• Don’t have any foundation/experience in accounting or familiarity with key financial processes

• Find it challenging to manage your time independently or prioritize tasks

You Will Find Yourself Owning:

Accounts Payable & Cash Management:

• Owning the full AP process, including posting invoices and matching bank/cash movements

• Presenting the weekly AP and Cash Talk (discussing what to pay and where to move funds with the Finance team (exposure to management)

• Managing the accounting email inbox

• Processing data entry and reconciliations

Reconciliations & Expense Management:

• Performing weekly bank reconciliations independently

• Managing employee expenses (Ramp)

• Review spend through third party Travel & Expense (T&E) platforms for appropriate accounting treatment

Month-End Close Tasks:

• Owning mid-level month-end tasks and reconciliations such as: Accruals, Fixed Assets, Payroll liabilities, Intangible assets, VAT returns

• Classification Controls: ensuring invoices are recorded in the correct General Ledger (GL), and all expenses are accurately mapped to their respective departments

• Investigate cash reconciling items in a high volume low dollar transaction based business

Other Tasks:

• Supporting the team with various other ad-hoc reconciliation and projects

• Supporting the team through various annual and quarterly financial audits, reviews, compilations etc.

Schedule & Working Model:

This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring 3 days in the office (Monday, Thursday, and Friday). Please note: To ensure a smooth onboarding and integration into the team, we require the successful candidate to work fully in the office for the first months. This will be re-evaluated as time passes and you get up to speed

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Full time - Fixed Term Contract

• Generous "Time to Recharge" policy — enjoy unlimited paid time off to rest, recharge, and show up as your best self.

• Work remotely for a maximum of 4 weeks per calendar year.

• 2-week cross-functional onboarding program.

• Cycle-to-work scheme (Swapfiets subscription) or commuting reimbursement.

• Monday and Thursday lunches and after-work social events.

• Beautiful office in central Amsterdam – rooftop garden and right by Rokin metro.

• Extensive paid family leave.

• Three paid volunteer days per year — take time to give back to causes you care about, on us.

• Cutting-edge equipment and tools to set you up for success.

• Join an international, travel-loving team with a passion for adventure and innovation.

• Employer-sponsored pension plan with a 2% employer contribution deposited into your individual pension account.

• Access to a 10% group discount on supplementary/additional health insurance (aanvullende verzekeringen), with the same discount available to eligible family members.

Equal Opportunities

WeTravel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you're a good fit, we encourage you to apply and join us in transforming the travel industry!