Manager Accounting & Reporting

About Road

Road is a fast-growing software company active in the dynamic electric driving (EV) market. We deliver the critical infrastructure that the EV charging ecosystem is built on. We do this through a purpose-built software platform supported by our unique expertise and world-class customer service. Road currently serves 20% of the Dutch market and we have firmly set our sights on repeating this success internationally. We exist at the intersection of cleantech and fintech and our mission is to make EV charging effortless for everyone.

About the Role

As Manager Accounting & Reporting, you will lead our accounting function and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of our financial data and reporting. You will be responsible for the month-end close, statutory compliance, reconciliations, AP processing, cash flow forecasting, and the optimisation of our NetSuite ERP environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who combines strong technical accounting expertise with process improvement and team development capabilities. The role exists to provide reliable financial information to the Board and Management team, enabling informed business decisions while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Your Responsibilities Include:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

● Manage all financial accounting and reporting activities.

● Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial reports.

● Execute and drive the month-end closing process.

● Ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial standards, and internal procedures.

● Maintain up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations and account specifications.

Cash, Banking, Receivables & Payables

● Ensure accurate and timely bank reconciliations.

● Oversee accounts payable processing and reconciliation of incoming and outgoing bank payments.

● Maintain a weekly cash flow forecasting model and provide regular cash insights.

NetSuite Ownership

● Act as the key owner of the NetSuite ERP environment.

● Set up and optimise reports and accounting processes for the finance team.

● Resolve ERP-related issues and improve system functionality.

● Provide training and support to NetSuite users across the organisation.

● Manage closing periods and support continuous process automation and efficiency improvements.

Business Partnering & Improvement

● Provide input to the Controlling/FP&A team for budgets and forecasts.

● Support budget and forecast reporting activities.

● Participate in company-wide improvement projects and lead finance team initiatives.

● Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial records and processes.

Team Leadership

● Lead, coach, and develop the Accounting team.

● Drive finance fundamentals through team training and knowledge sharing.

● Foster a high-performing, collaborative, and results-oriented team culture.

What Success Looks Like:

Within this role, you will be expected to achieve the following outcomes:

● Reducing Month-end closing completion to 5 business days.

● Accurate monthly P&L and balance sheet with minimal prior-period corrections.

● Daily bank reconciliations with no unreconciled items older than 14 days without explanation.

● Weekly cash flow forecasting model established and maintained.

● Balance sheet reconciliations available and up to date according to account priority.

● Timely AP processing and payments with no late payment fees.

● Driving continuous improvement through increasing levels of automation across the Finance department, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

What We Value in our Candidates

Experience & Knowledge

● Proven experience in accounting and financial reporting, preferably in a fast-growing or international environment.

● Strong understanding of month-end close, reconciliations, AP processes, and financial controls.

● In-depth knowledge of NetSuite ERP is highly preferred.

● Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors.

● Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting processes is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

● Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters to non-finance stakeholders.

● Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability.

● Structured, disciplined, and able to manage deadlines effectively.

● Sound judgement and problem-solving skills.

● Persuasive and able to drive process improvements across teams.

● Collaborative mindset with a focus on team and company results.

● Results-driven and committed to delivering high-quality work on time.

● Coaching and people development skills.

● Adaptability to respond to ad hoc business needs.

What We Offer Besides Your Salary

• Join our mission-driven organization, leading innovation in a dynamic international and ambitious environment. Take ownership, leverage your expertise, and make a meaningful impact while advancing your career.

• 8% Pension allowance paid monthly with the freedom to invest at your discretion.

• We believe you have to recharge too! This is why you are entitled to our ‘unlimited holiday policy’.

• All the technology and business tools to succeed.

• Daily varied and healthy food options for lunch, all for free. And of course drinks at our own Road bar. 

• Besides working on our mission together, we like to have fun and connect with social events and team-building activities.

• Personal training and development opportunities.

• Referral program.

• Headquarters located in one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in Europe: Amsterdam.

• Diverse and creative colleagues from every corner of the world.

More About Us

We believe in being open-minded and challenging ourselves to continuously strive for the best results. We are transitioning from start-up to scale-up which requires a more structured and process-driven approach to reach the next stage of our growth. As the world scales up to meet the EV charging demand, we’re ready for this once-in-a-century mobility revolution. Are you ready to help us grow and make EV charging effortless for everyone? Join our team of 125+ colleagues working in our Amsterdam HQ.

Our Values

Customer

Innovation

Community

Ownership

Communication

Focus

Want to know more about our company vision, culture or career growth opportunities? Have a look at our careers site https://careers.road.io/