Financial Controller

Basic-Fit is growing rapidly, and our Finance department is going through various projects and changes, including process improvements and setting new policies and procedures. We seek a financial hero to help scale our financial processAre you excited to design, implement, and own new processes to help Basic-Fit scale to the next level? Would you like to work in a dynamic, international organization with great opportunities? Then we must be looking for youThis Is What Your Role Looks LikeThe Financial Controller is part of the Financial Control team (14 FTE) a talented international team with quick-thinking financial professionals who generate high-quality reports while working closely with the business.As a Financial Controller, you'll focus on constantly improving the process and quality of the actual monthly figures. In this role, you'll take ownership of the correct and complete processing and reporting of part of our business. You initiate improvements to make our (financial) processes more efficient, effective, and scalable for our future growth. You are responsible for maintaining, processing, and reporting all general ledger transactions that take place within your processes for all operating countries. Together with the Financial Accountants, you'll ensure that all business transactions have been properly and timely recorded, that the general ledgers are complete and accurate, and that all transactions are valid. Furthermore, your tasks include month-end reporting, the preparation of statutory reporting, and supporting external audits.Your Responsibilities: Prepare and ensure accurate and timely recording of journal entries, accruals and other asset accounting monthly tasks Create and review reconciliations and specifications for all balances included in the balance sheet and relevant P&L accounts; Develop and implement process improvements, document desktop procedures and processes to achieve efficiencies; Proactively pursue business issues that impact the general ledger and propose possible solutions. Support external audit requirements and other external reporting requirements; Contribute to the Internal Control Framework (focus on controls and policies); Support management in completing special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned; Collaborate with other departments throughout Basic-Fit and multiple internal stakeholderWho Are You?We are looking for a dedicated and sparkling colleague who is unafraid to take the lead and take our finance-related challenges to the next level. You're a self-starter and a problem solver, you are accurate, and you like to work in a dynamic, positive environment to develop your own skills and interests.Furthermore, we are asking for:A Bachelor/Master degree in Finance (HBO/WO); Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar environment, audit background is a plus; Proficiency with handling and analyzing (big) data sets in tools such as MS Excel; Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Good communication skills in French is a big plus; Experience with IFRS and SAP (S4/HANA Public Cloud) is preferred; Ability to interact with all departments and management levels throughout our organization.What We Offer YouAt Basic-Fit, it's not just about work, it's about your growth. As a Financial Controller, you'll have the freedom to make an impact and develop yourself in a dynamic environment.What You Can Expect From UsLearning & Development: Unlimited access to GoodHabitz and LinkedIn Learning.Career Growth: Plenty of opportunities for professional and personal development.Work Culture: An informal, international, and down-to-earth environment.Innovation: Your ideas contribute to strategic projects.Perks & Benefits: Travel allowance, bike plan, health insurance discounts, remote work allowance, and a pension plan (52% contribution by Basic-Fit).Fitness: Access to our gym at HQ.About Basic-FitBasic-Fit is Europe's largest low-cost, high-value fitness chain, with more than 4 million members across 1,600+ clubs. We are continuously growing and improving. If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact while having fun at work, you've come to the right placeWhat Makes Us Unique?Work with Impact: What you do makes a difference. We don't just work for our members, partners, and teams—we work with them.Collaboration: Everyone works together to achieve goals and celebrate success.Diversity & Inclusion: We welcome everyone into our workplace. Apply NowReady for your next adventure? Click the Apply button, and we'll get in touch with you as soon as possible.Questions? Feel free to contact Kerensa van der Lans at kerensa.vanderlans@basic-fit.com.