Finance Director

Job Description : FINANCE DIRECTOR NETHERLANDS As part of an ongoing transformation within the Van Domburg business, we are looking for a Finance Director to work alongside the Leadership Team to play a pivotal role in delivering the company’s strategic and financial goals. The successful candidate will actively, and with operational autonomy, contribute to improving organizational performance and driving business growth. The successful candidate will have a detailed knowledge of current accounting practices as well as a track- record of developing and leading a finance team. They will also be able to demonstrate a strong commercial acumen and will be comfortable in a senior role that demands clear communication and presentation skills. The candidate will also represent Van Domburg and AV Partner from a financial perspective in collaboration with the parent company and will ensure delivery of monthly reporting, annual budgets and forecasting. Outside of finance, the candidate will support the Leadership Team in areas such as operating process improvements, strategic customer and vendor relationships, business change projects and have oversight of the some operational and IT departments. Your tasks and responsibilities Contribute as key member of the Leadership Team, through developing and implementing the organisations’s financial strategy to support growth. Provide financial insights and recommendations to the GM and Leadership Team. Lead the financial planning and analysis processes for the business, aligning with wider Group priorities where needed. Lead the finance team, taking responsibility for people’s performance, development and welfare. Produce financial reporting?for the Parent Company, including monthly P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reporting, annual budget and its periodic reviews. Prepare the annual financial statements, ensuring tax compliance, and post or supervise all year-end and adjustment entries. Ownership of rolling forecast modelling and long term 3-5 year business planning. Overseeing general accounting, warehouse management, cost accounting, treasury operations, tax filings and communications. Manage credit control?and customer relationships when payments are delayed; liaise with relevant counsel on disputes and with banks on corporate finance needs. Business Partner with department leads to maximise stock management, margin performance, overhead controls. Collaborate with external advisors and Group auditors to achieve corporate objectives Interface with suppliers and strategic clients?on administrative matters. Your knowledge and experience Recognized accountancy qualification. Ideally at least 8 years of post-qualified experience in industry. Experience of managing a team. Experience of operating in an international organization preferable. A track record of delivering goals and implementing continuous improvement Your competencies and unique talents As a finance leader within our Group, you bring a unique blend of professional expertise, strategic thinking, and personal drive. Your competencies and talents align with the following expectations: Experiences Proven track record in financial and business leadership, with the ability to guide teams and shape financial strategy. Hold an accounting qualification (e.g. RA, RC, ACCA, CPA or equivalent). Experience leading or contributing to business transformation projects, driving change and continuous improvement. Exposure to international environments, with the ability to operate effectively across cultures and geographies. Capabilities Strong foundation in accounting and financial management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and control. Proficient in data and analytics, using insights to support decision-making and identify growth opportunities. Focused on process improvement, streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and performance. Traits A self-starter who takes initiative and ownership. Results-oriented, with a relentless focus on achieving measurable outcomes. Highly adaptable in dynamic, evolving business contexts. Maintains a composed and professional presence, even under pressure. Measures of Success Delivery of regional and business profit before tax (PBT). Strong performance on margin and working capital indicators. Growth in market share and successful execution of key project milestones.

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