Accounting and Finance Lead

We are Skytree

Skytree enables a transition to a world with cleaner Air for everyone. We do this by developing and deploying smart technology that captures atmospheric carbon dioxide, enabling its use or storage to combat climate change and aid society and businesses around the world.

Born out of the European Space Agency (ESA), we are a global team of highly talented scientists, engineers and business professionals, supported by an experienced management team. Our working culture is based on a dynamic and smart approach to business with an open and understanding attitude to others and a desire to expand the boundaries of what is possible.

As we enter a new phase of growth, we are looking for an agile and forward thinking Accounting and Finance Lead to continue this journey with us.

Your role

This role leads core accounting and finance operations including A/R, A/P, and foundational controllership functions, while building and guiding a high-performing team of two junior finance professionals. You’ll help shape scalable financial processes in a fast-growing environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial management and excellent analytical skills. This position reports directly to the Finance Director while working closely with the CFO. This is a great opportunity for a junior controller looking to grow or a Senior Accountant looking to step up to a controllership role. 

You’ll make an impact by:

• Managing all accounting operations for 5 entities (3 Dutch, 1 USA, 1 Canada) and more to be set up this year, including Billing, A/R, A/P, as well as fundamental controllership tasks.

• Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements.

• Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.

• Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

• Lead and develop a small finance team (Accountant + Finance Assistant), fostering efficiency and ownership

• Helping with further development/implementation of MS Dynamics modules.

• Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

• Booking general accrual and journal entries, including payroll.

• Supporting monthly complex, cross-country VAT, ICP and other tax filings.

• Actively managing cash, treasury activities and preparing cashflow statements and projections.

• Managing internal budgeting and procurement approval workflows.

What we’re looking for

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Qualified CPA / ACA / AA / RA / CA with 5–7 years of combined accounting and finance experience, preferably in a startup or scale-up environment.

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is a strong advantage; experience with a comparable ERP system is required.

• Exposure to dynamic operations, manufacturing, or hardware environments is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Dutch financial reporting requirements; familiarity with US/Canada reporting standards is a major advantage.

• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting and the month-end/year-end close process.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, procedures, and financial statement preparation.

• Strong analytical mindset and high attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

• Strong communication skills in English; Dutch is a plus.

• Based in and with working experience in The Netherlands is highly preferred.

What you can expect

Apart from working with great colleagues and a competitive package, you can also expect:

• A unique start-up environment offering organic professional and personal growth at one of the most innovative cleantech companies in Amsterdam!

• A diverse (38+ nationalities) and fun team to work with.

• Travel cost reimbursement (choose from an NS business card, lease bike, or 23ct p/km travel allowance).

• Recharge with 25 vacation days, plus a little extra when life throws something special your way.

• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, with the option to work from home once a week.

• A vibrant office close to the Science Park train station (5 minute walk!), as well as close to the highway.

• Access to the Science Park and Amsterdam University cafeterias (and all the great and healthy meal options).

• Enjoy a free lunch every Thursday, with Skytree picking up the bill, and stick around for after-work office drinks.

• Fun activities, organised by our very own Champagne Committee (e.g. a cooking class or Canal Adventures at the heart of the city centre).

• Stay fueled with tasty fruits and snacks - because work should be enjoyable too!

Note: We can offer work permit / visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates. We, however, currently do not offer a relocation package / remuneration in case you would need to move to The Netherlands for this position. Thanks for your understanding.

Questions?

Need some more info, or simply have a question for us? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist April Ozen (April.Ozen@skytree.tech).