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Financial Controller

Rotterdam Permanent Work from home View Job Description
Are you a financial professional ready for the next step? Do you want to be part of a new ambitious team for a a location in Rotterdam?
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Updated 10/12/2024

  • Do you want to work in a innovative, growing and dynamic environment?
  • Do you want to work in an international organization?

About Our Client

This company is a major player in the chemical industry, specializing in the production of essential chemicals used in various industrial processes. Their core business revolves around manufacturing products such as chlorine, caustic soda, and salt, which serve as critical raw materials for sectors like water treatment, energy, pharmaceuticals, and construction. With a focus on sustainability, the company is actively working to reduce its environmental impact by implementing energy-efficient practices and exploring ways to minimize carbon emissions in its operations. They operate across several European countries and maintain a strong commitment to innovation and safety in their production processes.

Job Description

As Financial Controller you will realize the ambitious financial targets for our Rotterdam location. You will identify and lead improvement opportunities, perform analysis of actual results versus forecasts in close collaboration with local stakeholders. You will identify hidden opportunities and risks for Rotterdam and other locations. In addition, you will play a crucial role in resource allocation, advising stakeholders on the financial performance of their departments, expenditures and relevant business KPIs. You will perform ad-hoc analyses, scenarios and benchmarking as required and contribute to cost control initiatives.

In addition, you will:

  • Providing strategic insights and analysis to support management in making decisions aligned with our organizational goals and objectives.
  • Managing the annual budget process, in close collaboration with various departments.
  • Leading and coordinating financial projects with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Preparing and presenting your findings on a regular basis.
  • Be responsible for accounting and financial reporting within compliance guidelines (IFRS)
  • You will be part of our local finance team and report to the Site Controller Rotterdam.

The Successful Applicant

As a Financial, you have gained at least 3 years of relevant work experience within Finance and are ready for the next step. You see this function as part of your further development. Furthermore, you recognize yourself in the following points:

  • Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.
  • Excellent knowledge of SAP, Business Warehouse and Excel, Power BI is a plus.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
  • Proven knowledge of management control cycles, cost tools, etc.
  • Fluent in English and Dutch, both spoken and written.

What's on Offer

When you join us, you will be part of our fascinating and ambitious international environment with highly qualified and motivated colleagues. A company that develops, produces and sells products that are essential for everyday life, where employees deliver the best quality, take responsibility and care for each other and our environment. Our benefits package includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • An attractive bonus system;
  • 35 days of vacation;
  • An excellent pension plan;
  • Training opportunities.
Contact
Rihards Krupinskis
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6549232

Job summary

Sector
Finance
Sub Sector
Financial Controlling / Reporting
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Jobs by location
Rotterdam
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant
Rihards Krupinskis
Job Reference
JN-092024-6549232
Remote or office
Work from home