Financial Controller

Join De Brauw as a Financial Controller

The Financial Controller is responsible for ensuring robust financial management, accurate reporting, and effective control processes across the organization. Acting as a key business partner, this role translates financial data into actionable insights, supports compliance, and drives continuous improvement in financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Control

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and management reports
• Maintain and improve internal control systems and compliance with policies
• Provide proactive insights on cost control and operational efficiency

2. Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to business professionals and senior management
• Build strong relationships across finance, legal, HR, R&C and ICT
• Support cross-functional initiatives with financial effectiveness and efficiencies

3. Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Support audit processes and regulatory reporting

4. Process Improvement & Technology Enablement

• Drive adoption of automation and analytics in finance processes
• Collaborate with IT/data teams to improve data quality and accessibility
• Evaluate and implement modern financial tools and technologies

Requirements of the Job

Education & Experience:

• At minimum a degree and professional ability at higher professional education level (HBO), but preferably a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field
• 4–6 years in financial control or audit or related field
• Additional education/training in data analytics, digital transformation, or operational efficiency projects is a plus

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial best practices, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements in the Netherlands and internationally
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both written and spoken
• Collaborative, proactive, and result-oriented mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Good interpersonal and customer-focused attitude
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for financial systems and software, and data analysis tools
• Change management or transformation experience is a plus