Accounts Receivable & Accounting Specialist

About OLYX

OLYX is a brokerage company located in the heart of Amsterdam, active in the dynamic renewable energy sector of transport. We are convinced that human relationships and trust are essential ingredients in trading.

We have intermediated over €10 billion in total deal value through more than 700 trading partners across Europe, Asia, and South America.

We are proud of our collaborative culture and the strong results achieved by our team of 40+ professionals from diverse international backgrounds. We celebrate our successes together and continuously strive for improvement.

Be part of our future, and let’s thrive together.

About the job 

We are looking for a full-time (40-hour) Accounts Receivable & Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team at our head office on the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam. Working closely with the Finance Operations Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial administration and supporting the smooth operational flow of our brokerage activities. You will be responsible for deal administration, invoicing, transaction processing, debtor management, and general financial housekeeping.

This role is ideal for a junior candidate with a proactive, practical, and structured mindset. You will manage recurring weekly tasks with consistent accuracy while also handling ad-hoc financial activities.

You'll help ensure our financial records remain reliable and up to date, contributing directly to the quality of our internal reporting, our cash position, and our operational efficiency.

Bookkeeping & Recordkeeping

• Process daily bank transactions and match incoming payments to open invoices.

• Maintain accurate and organized records to support ongoing financial administration and the month-end close.

• Support month-end activities, such as reconciliations and balance checks.

Invoice & Deal Administration

• Support the administration of the full deal lifecycle, from deal confirmation to final payment.

• Collect and coordinate essential deal information from brokers, such as PO numbers, reference details, and client data.

• Ensure all required details are complete and correct to enable accurate invoicing and long-term contract administration.

• Prepare and issue sales invoices and credit notes based on deal data, with the correct deal reference, counterparty, entity, currency, and payment terms.

• Check invoices against the deal records before they are sent, and resolve discrepancies with brokers and sales support.

Debtor Management

• Monitor outstanding client payments and carry out weekly follow-ups (emails/calls) on overdue invoices.

• Log communication and updates clearly and consistently in the system.

• Prepare a monthly overview of long-outstanding receivables, with the status and next step for each client.

Accounts Payable & Expenses

• Process transactions from the debit card provider, verifying receipts and supporting documentation.

• Ensure correct accounting allocation and timely reconciliation of expenses.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Assist in preparing documentation for the annual audit.

• Flag recurring errors or manual steps and suggest practical improvements to the process

About you 

• You have a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business economics, or a related field.

• You are fluent in Dutch and have excellent written and spoken English.

• No prior work experience is required, although experience in a finance, accounting, or administrative role is a plus; 1–2 years is ideal.

• You pay close attention to detail and accuracy, and check your own work before passing it on.

• You are proactive and hands-on: you follow up on open items until they are resolved.

• You have strong organizational and time-management skills.

• You are comfortable with recurring tasks as well as ad-hoc assignments.

• You are proficient in Excel and general Office tools.

• You can work independently and manage priorities effectively.

• Experience with Exact Online or another accounting system is a strong plus.

• Knowledge of VAT on international invoicing is a strong plus.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary, with the opportunity to earn a profit share based on your performance and contributions

• Daily Lunch & Fruit: Enjoy fresh, healthy lunch provided every day at the office, along with fresh fruit available throughout the week

• Well-being & Social Environment: Recharge in our in-house yoga room, unwind in the game room, join regular ping pong tournaments, and take part in team activities and social outings

• Dynamic & Driven Team: Work alongside an ambitious, international, and collaborative team with a strong performance mindset.

• Growth Opportunities: We support your development with tailored learning and career growth opportunities.

• Inspiring Workspace: Based in the heart of Amsterdam, our office offers a spacious garden, ideal for stepping away, connecting with colleagues, or enjoying lunch outdoors.

• The Annual OLYX Trip: Join our yearly company trip to celebrate success and connect with the team. 

Application Process

If you're excited about environmental commodities and want to build a career at the center of the energy transition, apply today.

Here at OLYX, we are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We carefully consider all applications and aim to give every candidate an equal opportunity to succeed.