Accounts Payable Specialist (32-40 hours a week)

The Accounts Payable Specialist is a member of the accounting team which operates as a subset of the Finance & Control Department. The department is primarily responsible for handling the accounting, reporting and controlling matters related to Triodos Investment Management (Triodos IM) and the investment funds it manages.

The position Accounts Payable Specialist covers a wide range of tasks and responsibilities. Your primary focus will be on processing invoices and supervising the full invoice payment and bank allocations cycle for Triodos Investment Management and the investment funds under management.

In this position you will have the opportunity to be active in one of the front runner asset managers in sustainable investments. Impact investing requires thorough analysis, vision and dedication. Within the Finance & Control department specifically and Triodos IM in general, you will have the opportunity - in line with your ambition - to continuously develop your personal skills.

Your main responsibilities are:

• Being the first point of contact for invoice related questions, hands on invoice authorization and processing of payments as well as allocation of bank transactions
• Providing guidance to junior team members for correct postings to the general ledger
• Providing guidance for correct VAT entries
• Dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Responsible for keeping a track record and overview of tasks performed and tasks requiring attention. You will be responsible for the maintenance of an ad hoc dashboard be performed and report on a timely basis to the Head of Accounting
• Responsible for the preparation and update of working manuals regarding the processes mentioned above
• Being able to understand and follow procedures in order to be compliant with the internal control framework and being able to provide with evidence and explanation with regards to audit (both internal and external)
• Responsible for managing the invoice related mailbox

Profiel

The position requires

• A relevant accounting or bookkeeping degree, preferably HBO-Bachelor level
• A minimum of 3-5 years relevant working experience in a similar (administrative & reporting) role (within the financial services industry is a pre)
• Knowledge of and experience with accounting software (Exact, FrontInvest would be an advantage)
• Good communication skills coupled with the ability to liaise with people internationally, through spoken and written channels and at all levels in English and preferably also Dutch
• Applicants must be nationals of a European member state or have a valid work permit for the EU

This is you

• Feel personally connected to the mission and goals of Triodos IM
• Work well independently whilst being constructive in the team
• A proactive, open attitude and a structured, accurate manner of working
• Deadline driven and result focused
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize work with a large volume of data

Do you want to be part of an organization that has as mission to make money work for positive social, environmental and cultural change? Money has the power to get things done.

Triodos IM is a globally recognised leader in impact investing. Triodos IM currently manages 12+ funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets. Over the years the business has grown to EUR 6.1 billion. This growth is the result of Triodos IM’s deep market sector insights and knowledge in combination with the sustainability objectives and commitment of our partners. We work with around 220 co-workers; diversity is key which is mirrored in an international group of people where authenticity is valued.

We have an open, non-hierarchical and transparent corporate culture. We prioritise professional and personal growth and believe in education and training on the job. The formal language is English. More information? See

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues. One of the interesting facts about it is that we can completely take the building apart and move it to a new location.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions:

• a salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• a mobility card (including free private travels)
• flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• a range of education and training opportunities
• the option to join our collective health insurance
• a working from home allowance per home office day
• suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

Sounds interesting? If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome and our culture is built with human dignity at its core. We believe in equity and diversity, and we know how valuable everyone’s individual perspectives are. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 9 February 2024

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please contact Edwin de Wilde, Head of Financial Accounting via edwin.dewilde@triodos.nl

We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply.

Who we are Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values , a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.