For more than 155 years, PROBAT has stood for pioneering spirit and innovative strength in the coffee industry. Through targeted acquisitions in the food processing sector, intensive technology transfer within the group and the expansion of a global service network, PROBAT has developed into a leading full-service provider for the food industry. The company plans, develops and manufactures machines, turnkey production plants, environmental technologies and intelligent control systems with integrated smart data management. With around 1,200 employees at locations in Germany, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands and the United States, as well as a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT offers its customers comprehensive solutions, excellent service and in-depth industry knowledge – worldwide and from a single source.
As our Accounting Specialist, you play a key role in ensuring rock‑solid financial operations for the Dutch entity. In this role, you will: Guarantee accurate, complete, and timely financial administration — the backbone of operational excellence. Drive professionalization and process optimization, shaping how we work tomorrow. Improve internal controls and compliance, keeping us aligned with tax laws, Dutch GAAP, internal policies, and evolving standards. Deliver reliable management and group reporting, contributing directly to international transparency and decision-making.
Your work strengthens not just Finance, but our entire NL organization — and ultimately supports PROBAT’s global impact.
Location:
Koog aan de Zaan, The Netherlands (Hybrid)
Organizational classification:
Our environment combines the spirit of a close-knit local entity with the professionalism of a global industry leader.
Team size:
You will work as part of a team of 5 colleagues.
International connections:
In this role, you collaborate incidentally with colleagues in Germany and other PROBAT locations. You work closely with Group Finance, cross-functional teams, and external partners such as auditors, tax advisors, and specialists supporting our digital transformation.
Your Tasks:
- Executing core cost accounting activities (standard cost calculation, cost allocation, hourly rates)
- Maintaining Work in Progress (WIP) documentation and administrative backups
- Preparing annual report specifications and supporting year‑end deliverables
- Ensuring correct sales pricing, loan connections, and cost center control
- Contributing to digitalization efforts within Finance and maintaining structured administrative processes (e.g., Salesforce, Log5)
- Supporting the internal control framework (ICFR/SOX‑light) and ensuring adherence to financial policies
- Managing audit‑related documentation and maintaining compliant financial processes
- Handling agent agreements and other compliance‑related administrative tasks
- Delivering accurate stakeholder and management reporting (e.g., commission calculations, pricing insights)
You excel in a dynamic, international, production-oriented environment and bring:
Are you enthusiastic about this vacancy and do you see yourself as a great addition to our team?
We would like to receive your letter of motivation and Curriculum Vitae to the attention of Maaike Punt (Board & HR Assistant) via: careers@probat.com
Would you like to receive more information first? You can also call us on: 075-6126123. Your application will of course be treated confidentially.
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PROBAT has been a pioneer in developing innovative solutions for the coffee industry for more than 155 years. Through strategic acquisitions in food processing, enhanced technology exchange within the group and continuous expansion of its global service network, PROBAT has established itself as a leading one-stop shop for the food processing sector. As well as designing and manufacturing machinery, PROBAT plans and implements turnkey industrial plants, environmental technologies, and advanced control solutions with integrated smart data management. PROBAT employs around 1,200 people at its subsidiaries in Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands, and the United States. With a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT ensures its expertise and experience are accessible to customers worldwide.
