An attractive and significant opportunity for a Senior Financial Controller to be part of a market leading company based in the area of The Hague.

OVERVIEW

The European Controller serves as a strategic financial leader, responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control environment. As a key member of the finance leadership team, this role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data to support executive decision-making and regulatory compliance.

The Controller drives continuous improvement in financial processes, implements robust financial systems, and supports the company’s growth strategy through insightful financial analysis, risk management, and governance. This position plays a critical role in aligning financial stewardship with business objectives across the company, ensuring fiscal discipline, and fostering a high-performance finance culture across the organization.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Financial policies, guidelines and protocols
• Accounting and financial reporting
• Governance risk and controls
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Payroll administration
• Financial information systems
• Information and business advice
• Continuous improvement projects
• Leadership and direction
• Budgeting & control
• Performance management
• Organizational capability building
• Functional strategy formation

KEY TASKS

• Lead and manage staff day-to-day, including performance management and professional development.
• Recruit, develop, and engage employees to build and sustain a high-performing finance team (c. 20 people).
• Ensure compliance with governing policies, legislation, and regulatory requirements across operating areas.
• Develop and evaluate corporate finance strategies and ensure alignment across the Finance function.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial close processes, including consolidation, reconciliation, and financial statements (IFRS/GAAP).
• Design, maintain, and oversee robust internal controls across financial reporting, billing, payables, and receivables.
• Lead preparation and review of internal and external financial reports in line with accounting, tax, and governance standards.
• Prepare and present financial materials to the Audit Committee and other governance bodies.
• Maintain regular coordination with Group counterparts, affiliates, and external advisors on financial matters.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Finance teams, the CFO, and senior management, on financial data, strategy, and economic trends.

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree or equivalent level with relevant experience in finance and CPA qualified (or equivalent)
• Minimum 13 years’ experience in senior finance/treasury roles.
• Strong command of English (spoken & written).
• Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short / medium timescales (minimum of 9 years’ experience).
• Experienced in stakeholder management and supporting audit, risk, & control frameworks.
• EU nationality with work permission for the Netherlands.

WHAT’S OFFERED

• Highly competitive salary and attractive benefits.
• Relocation support could be provided for those transferring from overseas.
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a global, forward-thinking organization.
• Exposure to high-level governance and executive reporting.

If you would like to learn more about this challenging and significant opportunity, please send your CV with introductory statement to [email protected]