Manager Finance & Control

Position: Financial rock and future builder 

Forget 'you ask, we turn'. We are looking for a Manager Finance & Control who takes the wheel himself. You start with a clear assignment: build, together with your team, a rock-solid, future-proof finance & control organisation. This means creating a structure that makes Bertie happy (think: flawless reports, well-defined processes, risks under control) and at the same time being the proactive, critical sparring partner Bart needs to grow (think: clear analyses, BI insights that really help steer, finance as a business enabler). 

So you are a bit of a chess player: you have to understand the needs of both gentlemen, sometimes bridge the gap, and always ensure financial clarity and control. You also play an important role within the Management Team, helping to build the organisation's growth and providing your colleagues with the necessary steering information. But above all, you are a builder: you lay the foundation and build the walls for a finance department that is ready for the future. When that foundation is in place? Then we'll talk seriously about the keys to the CFO room. 

Specifically, what will you do? 

Pour foundation & erect walls: 

• You will design and implement tight financial processes and a reporting structure that says YOU. 
• You professionalise the department and the systems (Exact, BI - make something great!). 
• You ensure crystal-clear figures - always correct and on time 
• As part of the MT, you will also build the strategy of organisation 

Guarding the treasure chest (and defeating the dragons): 

• You make sure the financial records are running (deb/cred/gl/payroll - it has to be right!). 
• You identify and manage financial risks - no surprises please. 
• You draw up budgets and forecasts and explain in great detail where the differences lie.  
• Compliance? You take care of that too.  
• You will be the point of contact for accountant, bank, insurance and the Tax Office (don't be fooled).

The crystal ball & sharply honed advice: 

• You will dive deep into the figures and fish out gems of insights that will help your fellow MT members move forward. 
• You are that critical but constructive sparring partner for Bertie and Bart. You dare to ask questions and give unsolicited advice. 
• You translate 'finance-speak' into understandable language for the rest of the organisation. 
• You help make smart decisions on investments, costs and margins. 

Inspire your team (People First, Remember?): 

• You will lead, coach and develop your team (Controller, Assistant Controller, Administrator, etc.) - make them even better! 
• You provide an atmosphere where hard work is done but laughter can also be had. 
• You are clear about expectations and help your people grow. 

Diplomacy for the advanced: 

• You will build relationships with management, the MT and the rest of the club. 
• You communicate like a pro: clearly, directly, persuasively, but also with a sense of proportion.