ZIM Integrated Shipping Services is a global container shipping company connecting more than 300 ports across over 90 countries. At ZIM, our culture is driven by a Can-Do mindset, agility, collaboration, and results-driven thinking, empowering people to make a real impact.
Looking to kick‑start your career in a dynamic, international environment?
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support our Netherlands & Belgium team with daily financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and experience working in an international environment, along with fluency in English and Dutch.
Key Responsibilities:
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Providing hands-on operational support to the ZIM Netherlands & Belgium Accounting team
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Assisting in ensuring compliance with internal and external processes, procedures, and requirements, including legal, tax, HR, reporting, contractual, insurance, and other corporate and administrative obligations
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Supporting the achievement of team targets and maintaining a 100% back-up structure within the small team
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Maintaining a strong understanding of all accounting tasks and procedures within the team to ensure operational continuity
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Acting as a key contact point for accounting matters and supporting the Country Manager and Regional Finance functions
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Assisting with financial reporting, controls, and process improvements within the department
Requirements:
- Certified Accountant (Finance/Accounting/Reporting/Taxes)
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Professional experience in accounting/finance roles within international or global companies
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Strong analytical skills, high reliability, and professional work ethic
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Team-oriented mindset with good interpersonal and communication skills
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Solid knowledge of Finance & Accounting principles and strong MS Office skills
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Experience with SAP and knowledge of the shipping industry are considered advantages
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Languages: Fluent business English and Dutch (required)
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Willingness to participate in regional and global Finance projects
Function:
Finance
