Global Financial Controller

About the job

For our office in Rotterdam, we are looking for a Global Financial Controller. As the Global Financial Controller, you will be part of the Global Finance Team. The Global Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial consolidation process across all global entities, ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of our financial reporting. This role requires a deep understanding of IFRS standards, as well as strong analytical and technical skills to provide strategic insights to senior leadership. You will also be responsible for supporting the preparation of the annual report, answering IFRS-related queries, and ensuring the company compliance to international accounting regulations.

Your role:

  • Financial Consolidation: Manage the consolidation of financial statements for multiple global entities, ensuring alignment with group accounting policies and compliance with IFRS standards.
  • Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing meaningful insights into the company’s performance.
  • Annual Report Support: Collaborate with the finance team to support the preparation of the company’s annual report, including detailed analysis and input on key financial figures.
  • IFRS Expertise: Serve as the go-to expert for all IFRS-related queries, ensuring that all financial reporting and accounting treatments are fully compliant with international standards.
  • Analysis and Insights: Provide in-depth financial analysis to support decision-making at the executive level, including variance analysis, trend identification, and forecasting.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure robust financial controls are in place globally and assist with any audits or compliance-related processes.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to streamline the financial reporting and consolidation processes through automation and system improvements.

Set yourself apart

We are looking for someone that possess the most of the following:

  • A master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. A professional certification (e.g., RA, RC, CPA, ACCA) is a pre.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a financial auditor (big 4) or financial controller role, preferably in a multinational corporation.
  • In-depth knowledge of IFRS standards and global financial consolidation processes.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international teams and present complex financial information clearly.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial consolidation software (e.g., OneStream) is a plus.

What’s on offer?

Here’s what we offer:

  • Being part of an international team
  • Fixed-term contract with the possibility to extend
  • A market-conform salary, all in line with your knowledge & experience
  • Hybrid working with 3 days in the office
  • Annual bonus
  • 28 vacation days
  • Pension
  • Collective health insurance
  • Travel allowance of € 0.23 per KM (with a max of 150KM per day) or 100% public transportation reimbursement
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