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Who we are

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change, 

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Vianen, Netherlands

Financial Accountant

For our Finance Benelux team, located at our office in Vianen, we are looking for a Financial Accountant for 40 hours (Full-time) per week.

 

About us

Sonova Group, with its headquarters based in Stäfa, Switzerland, is an international, leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions. We reach our customers through multiple channels, and this diversity allows them to benefit from our wide range of solutions such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, wireless communication products, digital solutions, and professional audiological care, in a way that best suits their individual needs. The brands Phonak, Unitron, Advanced Bionics, and Sennheiser are all part of the Sonova Group.

 

We envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and therefore lives a life without limitations.

 

As a Financial Accountant you will manage the company's core financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts (like bank, AR/AP, Provisions), closing monthly/yearly books, ensuring financial data accuracy for reports and preparing those statements (balance sheets, P&L), analyzing data for insights, assisting in preparing budgeting/forecasting, ensuring compliance (IFRS), and assisting with audits and tax prep while collaborating with other departments.

Key duties include recording transactions, reconciling accounts, managing tax compliance, reporting on costs, revenues, and balance reconciliations. Further assist with compliance and process improvements, requiring strong attention to detail and analytical skills for financial stability and operational smoothness.

 

You will be part of the Finance Benelux team and report to the Finance Director Benelux and will be collaborating with the broader scope of the International Sonova organization.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Journal Entries & Data Entry: Recording daily transactions, accruals, deferrals, and reclassifications.
  • Account Reconciliation: Balancing bank accounts, balance sheets, AR/AP, and fixed assets.
  • Month/Year-End Close: Supporting the closing process, preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow).
  • Financial Analysis: Analyzing financial data, identifying variances, and identify trends.
  • Audit & Tax Support: Assisting with internal/external audits and tax preparation. Prepares and files Tax returns, such as the VAT return statement and Corporate taxes. Monitoring Tax compliance and assisting with tax-related reporting and audits.
  • Interdepartmental Support: Acting as a resource for accounting queries from other departments (Sales, Operations, Marketing, etc.).
  • Cash Management: Monitoring cash activities, forecasts, and reconciliations.
  • Compliance: Ensuring adherence to accounting principles (IFRS) and regulations.
  • Process Improvement: Suggest ways to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and implement financial controls.
  • Assist with other accounting duties as assigned by the Finance Director.

 

Profile

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Highly skilled in math, accounting and financial processes
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail oriented and highly organized
  • Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Solid understanding of IFRS and applicable regulations, GAAP is a nice-to-have
  • Team player and able to share knowledge with other team members

 

Profile requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field (master’s preferred)
  • At least 2 years’ experience in accounting
  • Experience with financial systems / ERP-software and excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, Power BI is a nice-to-have
  • Affinity with systems, software, programs and tools is a pré.
  • Fluent in both Dutch and English
  • Full-time availability strongly preferred, 36 or 32 hours is to be discussed

 

What we offer

  • A salary is in line with market standards and that matches your knowledge and experience
  • An attractive package of employee benefits
  • 25 vacation days, plus the option to earn 4 additional days per year
  • A hybrid working model, with 60% of your time spent in the office and 40% working remotely
  • A culture of innovation
  • A wide range of training and development opportunities

 

For more information about our brands, hearing solutions, and services, please visit: www.sonova.nl

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.
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