Finance Assistant

pDe Brauw is a leading Dutch law firm with a strong international practice. We support our clients wherever it matters most, whether that is in Amsterdam or on the other side of the world. Our lawyers, civil-law notaries and tax advisers provide the highest quality of advice on complex, often cross-border legal matters. /pbrAls uw vaardigheden, ervaring en kwalificaties overeenkomen met die in dit functieoverzicht, stel uw sollicitatie dan niet uit.brpFor over 150 years, we have combined legal depth with strategic insight and a commitment to society. Innovation, substance and development are central to everything we do — in our services and in our people. That is why we are always looking for new talent. /pbrpWhat drives us? The ambition to think ahead and grow together. We are one team, with room for different perspectives and for everyone's contribution. That is why we continue to invest in development: in our people, our organisation and our profession. /pbrJob DescriptionbrpbAbout the role /b /pbrpWe are looking for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to support our Finance team. In this role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our financial processes while gaining hands-on experience in accounting, financial administration and business operations. /pbrpAlongside day-to-day finance activities, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improvement initiatives, reporting activities and finance transformation projects, providing valuable exposure to various aspects of a modern finance function. /pbrpbWhat will you do? /b /pbrpYour responsibilities will include: /pbrullibr/liliProcessing supplier and client invoices;br/liliSupporting accounts payable and/or accounts receivable activities;br/liliProcessing bank transactions and assisting with payment runs;br/liliPerforming account reconciliations and administrative checks;br/liliMaintaining financial records and supporting bookkeeping activities;br/liliAssisting with month-end and year-end activities.br/li /ulbrpDepending on your interests and development, you may also contribute to: /pbrullibr/liliFinance transformation and process improvement initiatives;br/liliOptimisation of finance systems, tools and reporting processes;br/liliFinancial reporting and analysis;br/liliBudgeting and forecasting activities;br/liliStatutory reporting processes;br/liliExternal audit.br/li /ulbrpbWho are you? /b /pbrpYou are currently pursuing, or have recently completed, a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field. /pbrpMore importantly, you are someone who enjoys working with numbers, takes ownership of your work and is eager to learn. /pbrpYou also bring: /pbrullibr/liliBasic knowledge of accounting and financial administration;br/liliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills;br/liliExcellent attention to detail and accuracy;br/liliA proactive and hands-on mindset;br/liliThe ability to work independently while following agreed processes and instructions;br/liliCuriosity and an interest in technology and process improvement;br/liliGood Excel skills; experience with Power BI or other analytical tools is a plus;br/liliStrong communication skills in English; Dutch is considered an advantage;br/liliAvailability of at least two days per week.br/li /ulbrpbWhat do we offer? /b /pbrpAt De Brauw, you will work in a stimulating and internationally oriented environment where professional services, innovation and technology come together. xgiwjmb /pbrullibr/liliA unique opportunity to gain experience within the finance function of a leading international law firm;br/liliExposure to accounting, financial reporting, business analysis and transformation initiatives;br/liliThe chance to work alongside experienced finance professionals and business partners;br/liliA collaborative and supportive team environment;br/liliFlexible working arrangements that can be combined with your studies;br/liliValuable practical experience that will accelerate your professional development.br/li /ulbr