ABOUT THIS JOB OPENING

Position As a Finance Controller, you report directly to the Controlling Manager. The international Finance team works closely together. In this role, you serve as the Controlling Manager’s right-hand person. You will provide support on a wide range of financial and control issues, independently handle various tasks, and take on additional responsibilities within the team as needed. You will monitor the financial administration and actively contribute to optimizing financial processes. In doing so, you will ensure the quality and completeness of financial data and help ensure reliable periodic closings.

You’ll work closely with your colleagues and stay well-informed about what’s happening within the organization. As a Finance Controller, you’ll prepare various financial reports and provide reliable management information that enables management to make informed decisions. In addition, you’ll analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and actively contribute ideas for appropriate solutions. You’re expected to take a critical look at both the numbers and the organization, and to feel confident asking questions when things could be done differently or better.

Responsibilities:
• Preparing various periodic and ad hoc reports;
• Assisting with monthly, periodic, and year-end closings;
• Verifying and substantiating general ledger and balance sheet items;
• Advising on administrative organization and financial policy within various business units;
• Ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and reliability of the financial records;
• Identifying and analyzing financial discrepancies and areas requiring attention;
• Providing and analyzing financial information to support management decision-making;
• Frequently coordinating with colleagues in the finance department and supporting them as needed;
• Advising the Controlling Manager and other colleagues on financial matters;
• Monitoring the progress of the planning and control cycle;
• Optimizing and further professionalizing financial processes, systems, and workflows.

Job Requirements
• HBO/WO level of work and thinking (Business Economics, Finance & Control, Accountancy);
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Finance (accounting, controlling, or finance)
• Experience with bookkeeping in the broadest sense of the term;
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial closings, and balance sheet items, as well as experience preparing annual financial statements;
• You are available for full-time employment (40 hours per week);
• Knowledge of and experience with ERP systems;
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to work easily with financial data;
• You have an excellent command of Dutch and English;
• You are a team player and results-oriented;
• You work accurately, in a structured manner, and proactively;
• You possess analytical skills and are not afraid to take a critical look at figures and processes;
• You feel comfortable in a dynamic and internationally oriented work environment
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What do we offer?
Competitive base salary and benefits. You’ll work in a pleasant, professional, and international environment where initiative is valued. This is a broad financial role that combines administration, analysis, controlling, and process improvement. You’ll be given a lot of responsibility, be able to take on tasks independently, and have ample opportunities for further professional development.