Senior Financial Controller

Join SnowWorld Group as a Senior Financial Controller

About the Role

SnowWorld Group — Europe’s leading operator of indoor ski resorts and leisure destinations — is a rapidly growing organization with 10 locations across 4 countries.

The company is seeking a seasoned Senior Financial Controller to strengthen its finance organization within a dynamic international environment. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting, delivering insightful analyses, and continuously improving financial processes and controls across the group.

You will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and play a key role in coordinating and enhancing the planning and control cycle. You will lead a team of 2 regional financial controllers and you will play a key role in the collaboration between local finance teams and the group’s headquarters, ensuring alignment and consistency throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement);
• Ensure and co-analyse financial results, explain variances, and provide actionable insights to senior management;
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, advising management on corrective and strategic actions;
• Support the integration of new business activities and entities within the group structure.

Planning & Control

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring adherence to timelines and group standards
• Promote consistency, transparency, and quality in financial reporting across all entities
• Lead and continuously improve month-end and year-end closing processes in collaboration with local teams
• Contribute to the ongoing development of robust planning and control frameworks

Process Improvement & Internal Control

• Drive enhancements in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools to increase efficiency and reliability
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, governance frameworks, and external regulatory requirements
• Develop internal management reports to support strategic and operational decision-making

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, coach and empower regional financial controllers to strengthen overall team capability
• Collaborate effectively with the CFO, local finance teams, and cross-functional departments
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance organization

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Economics
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial controlling or related roles, preferably within an international group environment
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and process optimization
• Strong strategic insight combined with a hands-on, results-oriented approach
• Proficient in ERP systems, consolidation and reporting tools, and advanced Excel skills
• Sound knowledge of Dutch GAAP and/or IFRS (preferred)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English and Dutch; proficiency in German or French is considered an advantage

Why join SnowWorld Group?

• High Level of Responsibility: Straight from the start you will shape the business development of the company.
• Speed of Execution: The fast-paced environment of SnowWorld does not come with red tape. There is freedom to try things out, fail, and learn.
• Personal Growth: Develop alongside a company where authenticity and curiosity are at the heart of everything.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive wage package and attractive complementary employee benefits

At SnowWorld, we’re passionate about creating unforgettable experiences on and off the slopes. As a fast-expanding European leisure group, we offer a dynamic environment where you can make real impact — shaping the commercial future of one of Europe’s most iconic and exciting brands. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package that reflects your experience and the scope of this key leadership role.