Accountant

Skytree

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Skytree enables a transition to a world with cleaner Air for everyone. We do this by developing and deploying smart technology that captures atmospheric carbon dioxide, enabling its use or storage to combat climate change and support society and businesses around the world. Born out of the European Space Agency (ESA), we are a global team of highly talented scientists, engineers and business professionals, supported by an experienced management team. Our working culture is based on a dynamic and smart approach to business with an open and understanding attitude to others and a desire to expand the boundaries of what is possible. As we continue our international growth, we are looking for an experienced, ownership-driven Accountant who thrives working independently while maintaining close collaboration with our HQ finance team in the Netherlands. This role will be based remotely in Poland, with future plans for our office in Katowice. If you are excited by the idea of joining a scale-up where finance is not just about reporting numbers, but helping shape the business, this could be your next move. The Role You will play a key role in managing accounting activities across multiple European entities while supporting our headquarters in the Netherlands. Rather than focusing only on local operations, you will be part of our broader international finance structure, driving smooth financial processes, improving controls, and helping the business scale sustainably. This role is ideal for someone who takes ownership, works independently, and thrives in a fast-paced scale-up environment where precision, pragmatism, and collaboration go hand in hand. In strong collaboration with the team in Amsterdam, you’ll make an impact by Managing day-to-day accounting activities across European entities, including A/P, A/R, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close Supporting accounting operations for the Netherlands headquarters and wider European business transactions Preparing accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, VAT filings, tax reporting, and statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions Supporting intercompany reconciliations and group reporting activities Booking accruals, payroll journals, and general accounting entries with accuracy and confidence Supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and treasury activities Improving procurement workflows and internal approval processes Contributing to the implementation and optimization of MS Dynamics modules and finance operations Partnering with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and local stakeholders where needed Identifying smarter ways of working and continuously improving financial controls and operational efficiency

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5–7 years of accounting experience, ideally within a start-up, scale-up, or fast-growing international business
Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, hardware, or industrial environments is highly preferred
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance across international business structures
Experience with month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Knowledge of IFRS and experience working with Dutch and/or broader European financial reporting structures is a strong plus
Experience with MS Dynamics CRM/ERP is highly preferred
Someone who works independently, takes ownership, and doesn’t wait to be told where the fire is
A strong collaborator who can work seamlessly with cross-border teams and stakeholders
Strong communication skills in English
Experience working in an international environment is a strong plus
You are curious, adaptable, and excited by growth, not intimidated by it
Requires availability to work from our Katowice office following its launch.

Responsibilities

Managing day-to-day accounting activities across European entities, including A/P, A/R, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
Supporting accounting operations for the Netherlands headquarters and wider European business transactions
Preparing accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, VAT filings, tax reporting, and statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Supporting intercompany reconciliations and group reporting activities
Booking accruals, payroll journals, and general accounting entries with accuracy and confidence
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and treasury activities
Improving procurement workflows and internal approval processes
Contributing to the implementation and optimization of MS Dynamics modules and finance operations
Partnering with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and local stakeholders where needed
Identifying smarter ways of working and continuously improving financial controls and operational efficiency