Introduction
Our client, an international market player, develops and produces integrated high-end smart home technology/ home automation solutions (lighting, security, climatization, etc.).
Craftsmanship, high-quality, design, innovation, user-friendliness, etc. are crucial to them.
Due to their passion for the product and their determination they won several prestigious & international design awards.
To meet their further national & international growth and development ambitions they created a new role for a Finance & Controlling Director.
Description de l'emploi
In this role you are responsible for developing the financial strategy of the company, that supports the overall business objectives, in order to realize the further growth and internationalization of the organization.
1. You oversee the company's financial, accounting, controlling and legal & tax activities, including budgeting, reporting, treasury, cash pooling, credit management, auditing, etc.
2. You are responsible for consolidation of the financial results across different countries & entities.
3. You take the lead in creating/ implementing accurate & new reporting processes. You will develop and optimize financial and operational reporting tools, dashboards and KPIs.
4. You identify, acquire and implement systems and processes to provide critical financial and operational information (gross margin analysis by product/ category, contribution margin analysis, sales and marketing controlling, etc.) for the organization in order to support business steering.
5. You will collaborate with different (internal) stakeholders & departments and develop partnerships to drive performance that aligns to organizational goals and strategies.
6. You maintain contacts / relationships with third parties, including banks, tax authorities, accountants, lawyers, etc.
7. You assist the Management in the successful growth of the organization, including capital- and fundraisings. You support the international expansion by setting up structures, functions, and processes across multiple jurisdictions.
8. You have 4 team members and report directly to the CEO and the private equity partner.
Profil
9. You obtained a Master’s degree combined with a relevant track record of minimum 3 years within a similar role.
10. Experience within a fast paced, strong growing environment is strongly required.
11. You have a strong financial and controlling background - understanding of profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management, general finance and budgeting.
12. You have strong people management skills combined with an entrepreneurial, problem solving and “can do”-approach. You are able to interact, liaise andcreate buy-in at all levels both in- and external.
13. You combine a strategic vision with interest in and attention for the operational business in all its aspects.
14. You combine a solid analytical and pragmatic mindset & vision with a strong team oriented leadership style.
15. You speak fluently Dutch and English, French is a strong plus.
Offre
Our client offers an interesting salary package, including company car and benefits
package next to a challenging role within a high-quality working environment. Working through your own management company is also possible.
They give you the chance to be part of a dynamic organization in full expansion with plenty of room for personal development and ownership.