Do you want to operate at the center of our international organization, translating complex financial data into meaningful insights for executive management and the Supervisory Board while helping shape the future of our finance function. Then you might be the new Prodriver to join our team as a Financial Controller.
Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented, technology savvy and results-driven Financial Controller to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your 3–5 years of experience at a large audit firm to contribute to our financial reporting processes and support data-driven decision-making. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data while actively engaging with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
About the department:
The Finance department at our headquarters in the Netherlands is a dynamic team of 25 professionals, organized for agility and efficiency. Strategically positioned close to our factories and R&D teams, Finance maintains short lines of communication with other functions, enabling a deep understanding of the stories behind the numbers. Regular visits to our high-tech factory for physical inspections further strengthen this connection.
Our Finance team covers a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including financial administration, management accounting, statutory accounting, treasury, tax compliance, business control, and ESG. By managing all these activities within one team, we eliminate silos and reduce the risk of duplicate efforts.
We maintain strong ties with our Finance teams in the US and China, fostering a truly global perspective. Each year, our financial controllers visit one of our international locations to conduct internal audits and benchmark our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Provide financial controlling activities for global HR and payroll processes and serve as a sparring partner to the global HR management team
Analyze and control costs, ensuring they align with the company’s financial goals and strategic priorities
Improve organization processes and controls to ensure data-integrity
Collaborate with IT domain leads and other stakeholders in process improvements and automation, including the scheduled payroll migration
Identify key financial trends and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting
Communicate financial insights in a clear and concise manner to team members and management
Uphold compliance with accounting standards and company policies
Utilize your strong proficiency in Excel to create and maintain financial models, supporting data-driven decision-making
Design, implement, and monitor robust internal control systems to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Actively contribute to our financial reporting process by supporting the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports
Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the company’s financial stability and longevity
Participate in strategic initiatives, offering financial expertise to drive business growth and profitability.
What we offer
A performance-based salary that grows with your results
33 days of leave per year (including public holidays) to support a healthy work-life balance
Pension plan and travel allowance for on-site working days
Focus on personal development with a tailored growth plan
Wide career advancement opportunities across various technical roles and projects
A young, entrepreneurial, and innovative company culture
Flexible working hours in a 24/7 environment, with free lunch or dinner on-site
iPhone, laptop, and other necessary tools to help you perform your work optimally
Free sports facilities on campus to help you stay healthy and fit.
What you bring
Master’s degree; an RA qualification is an advantage, but not a requirement
3+ years of experience at a large audit firm
Excellent Dutch and English communication skills, both written and verbal; Dutch proficiency is required given the role’s interaction with Dutch legislation
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must
Knowledge of SAP is a benefit
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to take initiative, be self-starting, and work independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced, high-growth company.
About Prodrive Technologies
We are dedicated to creating meaningful technologies that make the world work. We want to contribute to innovations that tackle major challenges in society, such as improving the quality of medical imaging. Besides, our technologies contribute to reducing the global dependency on fossil fuels and minimizing human exposure to air pollution. In other words, we create meaningful technologies that make the world work.
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