Company Description

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 34,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

We're not just a global leader in materials science and branding solutions; we're a team of passionate individuals committed to bringing brands to life and transforming how businesses connect with their customers. Whether through our Embelex platform, empowering creativity with on-product branding, or our Aftermarket solutions, optimizing apparel production and supply chains, we work together to solve complex challenges and create a more sustainable future.

Our vision unites us: Together, we connect the physical and digital to solve some of the world's most complex challenges

Learn more at https://apparelsolutions.averydennison.com/en

Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our Talent Acquisition team via [email protected].

Job Description

The Accounting & Tax manager of the Netherlands Solution Locations oversees the day-to-day operations of employees who post and balance books of account, such as cash book, general journal, sales book, purchase register, CAPEX register and General Ledgers. This individual acts as the accounting team leader and oversees the preparation of Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss statements, coding of invoices and vouchers with proper account distribution. The resource is also responsible for supervising tax reporting, tax planning and compliance functions, he or she supervises the completion of accurate tax returns and all tax/compliance obligations under US GAAP and local GAAP.

In this role, you will be a key member to the EU Finance Leadership Team. Some key responsibilities include:

Manage closing, financial controls, compliance, forecasting, budgeting and process and project improvements.

Oversee the efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs.

Support and assist in the close process. Complete analysis; analyze information for accuracy and completeness, under US GAAP and local GAAP;

Support and assist in the AOP process. Review cost center budgets. Ensure plan is accurate and realistic;

Ensure Finance compliance and always up-to-date to new requirements for US GAAP and local GAAP (The Netherlands);

Support on Annual Accounts (The Netherlands) and constant tracking of entity registrations and compliance deadlines;

Support for Corporate Secretarial: completing standard legal procedures for directorships, shareholders, entity names and registered addresses;

Drafting customary legal documents;

Main contact with local tax advisors, audit firms, authorities, etc;

Assist in the preparation of the AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) with other functions.  Ensure the final analysis is complete and accurate.

Analyze product pricing to determine profitability; recommend adjustments.

Manage and lead the Finance team, including performance appraisals, delegating work, meeting completion dates and ensuring consistent and quality work

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferable in Finance, Accounting or related field or equivalent education and years of experience required.

Minimum 5 years of finance or accounting with P&L or related experience with 2 years prior supervisory or management experience.

Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/ or IFRS. Knowledge of MS Dynamics.

Experience in specialty finance functions such as reporting, compliance and procurement.

Has well-developed project management skills.

Demonstrated capability in: adaptability, critical thinking, decision making, taking and giving feedback, and influencing others

Ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team-based organization

Ability to work well under pressure, juggling multiple initiatives. Skilled in multitasking, organizing and prioritizing work.

Fluency in Dutch and English is essential. 

Additional Information

Additional information

Who we are! - Our Story:

Every voice. Every day! Eight Values. One Team!

Being open to every voice, every day, brings our value of diversity to life and makes Avery Dennison a vibrant and engaging place to be. We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work. Across our diverse, global team, every voice makes us stronger. When we listen to and learn from each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve together. Each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.

Avery Dennison is an equal-opportunity employer.

To find out more about all our employee resources groups globally as well as our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach, please go to https://www.averydennison.com/en/home/about-us/diversity-and-inclusion.html 

At Avery Dennison, we do what we love, and we love what we do - Just click here, and get to know us better: Life @ Avery Dennison (linkedin.com/company/avery-dennison/life/emea)