Manager Controlling

In this role, you will be responsible for:

- Internal compliance control/infrastructure of the accounting/controlling business processes in the EU

- EU accounting management (standardization)

- Local accounting / multiple countries management

- Direct management of the German Finance & Accounting department

- IFRS compliance coordination in Europe

- Corporate tax compliance for the Netherlands and other countries

- Coordinating month/quarter/year closing and reporting, with oversight from headquarters in Japan

- Collaborating with accountants, operating companies, and headquarters in Japan

In addition, you will participate in other challenging (international) projects.

Job Description
We are currently looking for a Manager Controlling & Accounting for our Finance & Accounting department at the European headquarters in WTC, Amsterdam South. This department serves the European group, focusing on centralization and standardization of finance and accounting activities and implementing financial rules and procedures according to corporate standards. The team consists of 20 people.

Qualifications

Education and work experience:

- A relevant bachelor's (HBO) or university degree

- 8 to 12 years of relevant work experience, preferably in an international environment or Big Four organization

Knowledge, skills, and competencies:

- Thorough knowledge of Dutch GAAP and IFRS, with experience in preparing statutory annual accounts and handling (statutory) audits

- In-depth understanding of financial business processes

- Experience with tax accounting and corporate income tax filings is preferred

- Strong analytical skills and experience with reporting tools

- Operational problem-solving skills and ownership in addressing challenges

- Detail-oriented with a flexible, pragmatic, and proactive approach

- Excellent communication skills and cultural adaptability

- Ability to work independently and liaise with all organizational levels

- Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and spoken

Availability: 32 - 40 hours a week

We offer:

- A multicultural work environment

- Competitive employment terms

- 25 holidays and 13 ATV days

- 13th-month pay and bonus options