Finance Administrator I part-time, Amsterdam

Nedstar is an Amsterdam-based international trading company and trusted sourcing partner for raw materials and specialty products, including ethanol, neutral and organic alcohols, bulk spirits (rum, whisky, gin, tequila, brandy and more), coffee and biochemicals. Founded in 2018, we supply premium food-grade products to customers in more than 75 countries across the beverage, flavour, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

We are a small, high-performing and entrepreneurial team operating in a fast-scaling, international environment. Everyone, including the CFO, operates hands-on and combines operational execution with building and improving. We work from a beautiful historic canal house on the Herengracht in the heart of Amsterdam, and we believe that great work happens when people enjoy the company they keep.

The Role

As our Finance Administrator, you are the engine room of our finance operation. You make sure that invoices flow smoothly, payments go out on time, and our books reflect reality every single day. In a fast-moving international trading business, this matters: traders, suppliers and customers across 75+ countries rely on a finance team that is precise, responsive and on top of the details.This is a hands-on role with real ownership. You will work closely with our Financial Controllers and CFO, and act as the go-to point of contact for everything related to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. You bring structure, a sharp eye for detail, and the kind of calm reliability that lets the rest of the business focus on growing our customer base.We are offering this role on a part-time basis

(20-28 hours per week) with flexibility on how those hours are spread across the week, so it fits well around studies, family or other commitments.

What You Will Do Accounts Payable&Accounts Receivable

Process incoming supplier and outgoing customer invoices accurately and on time, ensuring the right approvals and coding; Prepare outgoing payments and payment-runs, in line with our payment policies and cash position; Book payments and bank transactions, keeping our ledgers up to date on a daily basis;Monitor open AR and AP positions, follow up on outstanding receivables / payables and keep our DSO healthy. Prepare regular supplier and customer recons; Act as the point of contact for any AP or AR question from suppliers, customers and internal teams.

Reconciliations&accuracy

Perform supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies proactively. Reconcile bank statements and intercompany balances. Spot inconsistencies, missing documents or unusual entries early— and flag them clearly. Support the Financial Controller during financial closing with clean, well-documented data.

Process&continuous improvement

Help us streamline AP/AR workflows and reduce manual work. Maintain clean master data for suppliers and customers.

What We Are Looking For

At least 2 years of experience in finance administration, AP/AR or similar role; Concise and precise way of working, with a sharp eye for detail— you naturally spot the number that does not add up; Interested ccontinuously improving processes and execution by leveraging modern technology, including AI-driven solutions;Comfortable English, both written and spoken; Comfortable working with deadlines and across multiple currencies and entities; Living in Amsterdam or very close to Amsterdam, so you can easily come into the office; Reliable, organized and proactive— you take ownership of your work and follow through;Friendly and approachable: as the AP/AR point of contact, you are happy to pick up the phone and help. Bonus points if you have previously worked in an international trading, logistics or scale-up environment, or if you have hands-on experience with ERP or accounting systems (Business Central or similar).

Who Thrives at Nedstar

You enjoy the rhythm of a fast-paced, international environment. You are hands-on and pragmatic— you would rather fix something today than wait for the perfect process. You take ownership beyond your formal scope, just like the rest of our team. You are comfortable in an international and culturally diverse setting.You are motivated by impact, learning and continuous improvement, rather than hierarchy or titles.

What’s In It For You

At Nedstar, we cultivate a strong and vibrant team culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. You will work in a dynamic environment that encourages new ideas and gives you the space to make real impact, even in a part-time role. As a fast-growing company, we offer significant opportunities for both professional and personal development. You will learn directly from our Financial Controller and CFO, get exposure to international trade flows, multi-currency operations and scaling finance processes— and have the option to grow your scope over time as the business grows.

What We Offer

At Nedstar, we cultivate a vibrant and strong team culture, where collaboration and innovation thrive. Here, you’ll discover a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and empowers you to bring fresh ideas to the table. As a rapidly growing company, we offer ample opportunities for both professional and personal development.

Apart from that, we also offer: Career impact:

Shape your path in a dynamic company where your work directly influences our success and culture. Development opportunities:

Benefit from a focus on personal growth with access to language classes, training, and coaching. Attractive salary:

Enjoy a competitive salary package with secondary benefits, reflecting our commitment to your well-being and professional value. Flexible working arrangements:

Experience flexibility in your schedule, promoting well-being. If you like to do sports during working hours, we encourage you to do so. Vibrant work environment:

Work in a historic canal house in Amsterdam, on the Herengracht, with an open, fun culture, free daily lunches, and regular social events. Fun activities:

Enjoy Friday afternoon drinks, yearly company trips, boating with the Nedstar company boat, and much more.

Equal Opportunity

Nedstar is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of sex, marital status, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic unrelated to job performance.

Interested?

Please send your CV and cover letter to



. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please note that due to recruiter holidays, applications will be reviewed after 27th May.

Please note We’re currently focusing on candidates already authorized to work in the EU (no visa sponsorship available). ✨ We’re lucky to receive lots of interest—so to keep things smooth and fair, please apply via LinkedIn or our careers page. Applications sent to personal or HR inboxes may get lost andwon’t be reviewed.No agencies please—we’re handling this one in-house.