Accounts Payable Accountant - BE

Do you want to become part of a supportive and fun team in a highly collaborative environment that works on speeding up the energy transition? If the answer is yes, then keep reading, because we are expanding our Accounts Payable team! Together with 400+ colleagues from over 40 nationalities, we are building a European network of 1,000 fast charging stations in prime locations where electric drivers can charge their vehicles with renewable energy from the sun and wind. We have recently been voted the best charging network in the UK, France, Switzerland and the Netherlands, which is a testimony to our drive to offer the best charging experience to EV drivers.

As an Accounts Payable Accountant, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting and bookkeeping tasks for several entities. With your experience and knowledge of processes and accounting systems, you are a great asset to our team.

Your responsibilities as an Accounts Payable Accountant initially include:

• Process purchase invoices (PO and non PO) in an accurate and timely manner; 

• Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Construction Management, Operations, IT) or suppliers  to resolve discrepancies;

• Process daily bank statements and perform monthly reviews of the accounts payable aging report;

• Maintain the accuracy of vendor master data;

• Assist in maintaining organized financial records, including sales invoices and accounts receivable documentation;

• Actively participate in process improvement projects and system implementations;

• Support the accounting team with month-end closing activities, VAT return preparation, and documentation for the annual audit;

• Perform other ad-hoc financial tasks as assigned.

At Fastned, you'll be working in a fast-growing European company listed on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, where people roll up their sleeves and seize opportunities wherever they come. Both full and part-time work is available in this position and we offer flexible working hours. As part of your onboarding, you will participate in a series of exciting workshops where you will learn all about electric mobility and fast charging infrastructure. You will work closely with our teams in other European locations and have the unique opportunity to learn all about this exciting industry where you will have an impact on shaping the mobility of the future!

Job requirements

You are someone who takes the initiative and takes responsibility for the tasks assigned to you. A keen eye for detail and critical thinking will help you keep our financial records up to date and accurate. You should also meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 1 year experience in accounts payable;

• Successfully completed training in accounting or a related field;

• Fluency in both English and Dutch;

• Experience in ERP systems (experience with NetSuite is a strong plus);

• High adaptability to new environments and procedural changes;

• A proactive and collaborative team member with strong problem-solving skills;

• Excellent multitasking and stakeholder management abilities.

Join us in building a better future

We work hard to change the world, but we don't forget to recognize & celebrate our successes, big and small. We focus on work-life balance, provide genuine work flexibility, and have family-friendly policies in place. Our benefits package includes:

• Stock option plan - we believe in shared value creation.

• Attractive Pension plan (fully covered by Fastned).

• A training and development budget of €3,000 per year per employee, because development and training are important to us and our sector offers endless opportunities.

• 29 holidays. Additionally, we give you 2 ‘Mission Days’ you can use to contribute to Fastned’s mission or to support a cause that is important to you.

• You get access to our fully electric vehicle fleet (all charging expenses covered).

• Daily lunches, snacks & drinks are provided at our office locations.

• Next to fun events year-round, we throw notorious Christmas parties and organise an amazing yearly trip abroad with all employees.

• Other perks include flexible working hours, full travel compensation and the working gear of your choice.

• Going the extra mile for parents: We provide you with personalised coaching support before, during and after parental leave. Facilitated by Foundree

• Understanding woman’s health is beneficial for all of us, fostering empathy, improving communication, creating a more inclusive workplace. That’s why we teamed up with Flouria, providing you with quick access to a broad range of women’s health professionals.

Interested? Apply today!

We would love to have a conversation with you! Apply now, send us your CV and explain in your cover letter why you’re excited about joining our mission for freedom in sustainable transportation.

Fastned stands for equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, neurodiversity, disabilities, parental status or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique.