Finance Director

Bedrijfsprofiel

Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for the offshore industry? Heerema is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial operations, drive cost control initiatives, and provide strategic guidance to our dynamic team. If so, we would love to engage with you!

Functie omschrijving

Heerema’s Finance Director will be a key member of the leadership team and must fit in the organisational culture where integrity, entrepreneurship, cooperation, and flexibility are core competencies. In an ever-evolving environment, the Finance Director will guide business planning, act as a trusted advisor to the board, and serve as the CFO’s right hand.

This role is central to the overall management and strategic direction of the company, working closely with the team to establish and maintain robust financial, administrative, risk and control systems. Responsibilities include (providing leadership to) managing budgets, conducting cost-benefit analyses, forecasting financial needs, optimizing the company’s financing structure, managing treasury operations, transitioning the company from value to cost based and driving the finance digitalization roadmap.

The Finance Director will also be responsible for the company’s financial and CRSD reporting, setting short- and long-term financial goals, and defining performance metrics.

Leading an international team across Finance & Control, Treasury, and Tax, the Finance Director will play a vital role in ensuring the company’s financial health and strategic success.

Are you the Finance Director that we’re looking for?

We are looking for a finance leader who will:

• Lead the development and continuous evaluation of the organization’s short- and long-term financial strategies;
• Deliver accurate and timely analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts;
• Direct & manage all aspects of Finance & Accounting functions and systems;
• Drive strategic change in cost management and financial planning to achieve performance targets in a shifting environment (from value-based to cost-based);
• Build & maintain strong relationships with senior leadership to identify needs and deliver comprehensive business solutions;
• Provide strategic advice on the financial implications of business decisions and activities;
• Perform revenue modeling & risk analysis to evaluate business opportunities;
• Manage financial forecasting, budgeting, consolidation, and reporting processes;
• Recommend strategies to optimize financial performance and identify new business opportunities;
• Ensure robust internal controls and full compliance with regulatory and tax requirements;
• Oversee CSRD compliance, ensuring accurate sustainability data collection and reporting to stakeholders;

Competencies

• High energy and ‘can do’ mentality, pro-active, taking and driving initiatives to improve the business;
• A down to earth, pragmatic self-starter with the ability to combine strategic planning with hands on actions and responsibility;
• Strong communication and presentation skills at all levels;
• Confident in expressing views and challenging stakeholders, focused on high-quality discussions leading to solid decision making;
• Entrepreneurial spirit who fits in a (long term value driven) family-owned organization, but also knows the discipline of a corporate organization;
• Strong stakeholder manager, both internally and externally;
• Inspiring leader, focused on developing the team in their professional growth and fostering collaboration across the organization.

Functie eisen

You’re an entrepreneurial business driven Finance Director with an international track record in a dynamic and changing environment. Do you recognize yourself in this?

• Master’s Degree in Business Economics or Business Administration;
• An all-round finance leader with at least 5 years of experience in a similar position, leading teams in an international environment with proven business acumen;
• Experience in comparable sectors such as maritime sector, construction and/or (renewable) energy;
• Familiar with the dynamics of a family business (active DGA) and experience with change and transformation;
• Experience with capital intensive ‘asset heavy’ balance sheet and compliance and project businesses;
• Experience in ESG/CSRD reporting and sustainability frameworks
• Living in the Netherlands (or willing to relocate).

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

• Competitive salary;
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement – this role is designed to be in the CFO succession career track;
• Comprehensive benefits package;
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Jouw werkplek

Company Overview

Heerema Marine Contractor is a prominent offshore heavy lift company dedicated to providing reliable and innovative solutions to the global energy industry. With a commitment to safety, efficiency, and excellence, we specialize in delivering complex heavy lift installation and decommissioning projects worldwide. The company has seen a rapid transformation in recent years where half of its revenues are now coming from renewables. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Director.

At HMC they are proud of their work and how they achieve that i.e. the culture in which they collaborate. In addition to qualifications, experience and competencies, the cultural fit will define the Director Finance’s ability to be successful. HMC’s culture is characterized along the following principles:

• Entrepreneurship – A strong entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrating proactivity, a willingness to take risks, and a drive for innovation.
• Perseverance and Decisiveness – Ensuring thoughtful decisions and taking prompt action.
• Customer Focus – A commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.
• Collaboration – Recognizing the importance of teamwork and mutual inspiration.
• Passion and Dedication – A deep connection to the company and a focus on realizing its vision.