Manager Audit, Assurance & Sustainability

Forvis Mazars

1mo ago

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Consulting
Accounting & Tax

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You have a WO master in Accountancy, 6+ years in Audit & Assurance, independent managerial experience, ESG/CSRD affinity, fluency in Dutch, and a proactive, commercial mindset.
You will manage audits, lead sustainability projects, train colleagues, build stakeholder relationships, advise on sustainability solutions, and oversee large-scale reporting initiatives.

Requirements

Een academische (WO) mastergraad in Accountancy
Een Postmaster Register Accountant-opleiding (RA) is een pluspunt, maar niet noodzakelijk
Minimaal 6 jaar werkervaring, bij voorkeur op het gebied van Audit & Assurance
Ervaring met het zelfstandig uitvoeren van (assurance) opdrachten als Manager
Affiniteit met ESG en CSRD
Een vloeiende beheersing van de Nederlandse taal in woord en geschrift
Het vermogen om zowel commercieel als conceptueel te denken
Een proactieve en eerlijke aanpak
Een natuurlijke bouwer

Responsibilities

Audit en Assurance (50% van je tijd): Je voert en coördineert auditopdrachten uit, waarbij je samenwerkt met collega’s van verschillende afdelingen en achtergronden om internationale klanten optimaal te bedienen. Je waarborgt kwaliteit en zorgt voor naleving van de relevante normen en standaarden.
Sustainability (50% van je tijd): Je leidt duurzaamheidstrajecten en bent een verbindende factor tussen klanten, collega’s en experts op het gebied van CO2-uitstoot, klimaatrisico’s en mensenrechten. Je faciliteert kennisdeling en stimuleert samenwerking om duurzaamheidsprestaties te verbeteren.
Kennisontwikkeling en training: Je zorgt voor continue ontwikkeling van de organisatie door het organiseren en geven van trainingen, en je ondersteunt je collega’s met jouw diepgaande kennis van Audit, Assurance en Sustainability.
Stakeholdermanagement: Je bouwt sterke relaties met verschillende interne en externe belanghebbenden, fungeert als betrouwbare gesprekspartner en vertegenwoordigt het bedrijf op relevante evenementen en bijeenkomsten.
Bedrijfsontwikkeling: Je draagt bij aan strategische klantgesprekken over duurzaamheidsrapportage en -borging, en adviseert over innovatieve oplossingen die bijdragen aan een duurzame bedrijfsvoering.
Operationeel leiderschap: Je beheert grootschalige projecten met betrekking tot duurzaamheidsborging en -rapportage, waarbij je een coördinerende rol vervult en ervoor zorgt dat projecten soepel en efficiënt verlopen.

FAQs

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A master's degree in Accountancy is required, and a Postmaster Register Accountant (RA) qualification is a plus but not mandatory.

How many years of work experience are expected for applicants?

A minimum of 6 years of work experience is required, preferably in Audit & Assurance.

Is experience in sustainability or ESG important for this role?

Yes, affinity with ESG and the CSRD is important for this position.

What language skills are necessary for this job?

Fluency in the Dutch language, both spoken and written, is required.

What percentage of the role is dedicated to Audit & Assurance versus Sustainability?

The role is divided equally, with 50% of the time spent on Audit and Assurance and the other 50% on Sustainability-related tasks.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, the role offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities to promote both professional and personal growth.

What benefits do employees receive at Forvis Mazars?

Benefits include a competitive salary, pension plan, vacation days, flexible work options, and personal development opportunities among others.

What is the process for applying for this job?

The application process includes a phone introduction, interviews with a recruiter and manager, an assessment, and a final offer if successful.

Can I contact someone for more information before applying?

Yes, you can contact Jean-Marc Albert at +31627864077 for more information or to arrange a meeting.

What kind of workplace culture can I expect at Forvis Mazars?

Forvis Mazars promotes a human-centered organization with an accessible management style, good work-life balance, and an open feedback and coaching culture.

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Mission & Purpose

You don’t join Mazars by coincidence, you choose Mazars: a global school of excellence where you will be challenged to develop and grow. Progression is tied to education, empowering you to match your career to your aspirations both within and outside our firm. We expect your contribution to what Mazars and our clients do next and reward your ingenuity. Come and write the rest of your story with us – you’ll make friends along the way too. Mazars, the smart choice. About Mazars Mazars is a leading international firm, aspiring to build the economic foundations of a fair and prosperous world. Operating as a united partnership, Mazars works as one integrated team, leveraging expertise, scale and cultural understanding to deliver exceptional and tailored services in audit and accounting, as well as tax, financial advisory and consulting. Founded in Europe, Mazars is present in over 90 countries and territories, with 40,400 professionals – 24,400 in our integrated partnership, 16,000 via the Mazars North America Alliance – dedicated to helping clients make the most of business opportunities and operate with confidence. In the UK, Mazars is among the largest firms in its sector and a leading auditor to Public Interest Entities (PIEs). It employs over 2,300 people in 15 locations across the UK, providing a balanced perspective and empowered expertise to clients of all sizes, from individuals and SMEs to mid-caps and global players, as well as start-ups and public organisations at every stage of their development. Careers at Mazars We offer life-long development opportunities focusing on technical, leadership and tomorrow’s skills. We provide a diversity of experiences: prestigious clients in a variety of sectors. Employability is our key promise. We design individual career paths according to our people’s interests and needs, allowing them to succeed within and outside our organisation. It’s never just about work. We are proud of our distinctive one-team approach: a human and truly international adventure, with an accessible management style, a permanent feedback and coaching culture and a fun work environment. What will tomorrow’s workplace look like? With our people, we pioneer new ways of working, always keeping our finger on the pulse to respond to our new generations’ aspirations and tomorrow’s reality. We care for our people’s psychological safety and give you the flexibility to manage your time and where you work from. Our modern workspaces foster creativity and innovation. We help our people develop a true sense of purpose beyond their day-to-day through solidarity and sustainability initiatives, but also because as auditors and advisors we play a public interest role. We value independence, open-mindedness and looking to the future. Visit our dedicated careers site: https://jobs.mazars.co.uk/jobs