Group Finance Controller

Job Description : GROUP FC AMSTERDAM NETHERLANDS Role is open to International candidates For a specialized trading company in Amsterdam we are currently looking for a Financial Controller. Do you have a background within financial services and are you a charted accountant? Do you have knowledge of e.g. IFRS, digital assets, shared based payments? Do you want to experience finance in an organization that is different than most other organizations? Keep on reading and perhaps this is an opportunity for you! With your analytical background you will manage internal and external stakeholders. You will work closely with international finance and business teams, the CFO and the Board of the company. Responsibilities Group Financial Controller (IFRS): • Prepare clear and concise Board Papers relating to Share-based Payments and Bonus Accruals. • Collaborate closely with the local finance and management teams, offering insights, ensuring high quality of financial data and facilitating operational excellence and process enhancements. • Produce a reliable, punctual and precise group financial reporting package as a component of month close activities, encompassing financial accounting and control, analysis and group consolidation. • Coordinate the quarterly financial reporting cycle, overseeing both half-year and annual reporting processes. This includes liaising with external auditors, preparing financial statements for the group compliant with IFRS, Dutch GAAP and regulatory reporting standards. • Conduct research and draft technical accounting reports covering a broad spectrum of topics, including digital assets and liabilities, business combinations and financial instruments. • Engage in strategic group projects focusing on balance sheet optimization, funding strategies and other key business initiatives. • Play a role in enhancing, automating and streamlining controlling activities and operational finance policies and procedures. Requirements Group Financial Controller (IFRS): • 12+ years of relevant experience. • University degree in Accounting, Control, Finance or Accountancy. • In the possession of a RA, CPA, CA or an equivalent. • Experience within financial services organizations. • Hands on mentality with the ability to manage deadlines. • Strong communication, listening and persuasive abilities are required. • Knowledge of IFRS; IFRS 2 or IFRS 9 is a big plus. • Being able to work within a fast paced international environment.

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