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Financial Controller

Posted 16 Dec 2025
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Work experience
5 to 10 years
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Job function
Degree level
Required languages
English (Fluent)
Dutch (Fluent)

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Career at Damen

About us
The Finance Shared Service Center (FSSC) consists of approximately 40 people and is responsible for the financial administration of a large number of entities within the Damen group. In addition, the FSSC is responsible for preparation of the annual accounts, periodic internal and external reports, VAT declarations and cash flow forecasts. To safeguard all of this, we contribute as a department to the further development, improvement and optimization of our internal control framework.

The role
Within the Finance Shared Service Center, the Accounting & Reporting department consists of financial controllers and financial accountants, responsible for the administration and reporting of the larger, mostly operational, Damen entities. For our team, we are looking for a Financial Controller who is ready for a second or third career step. In this role, you will focus on preparing and executing the periodical closings and, as a business partner, you will actively provide support in drawing up analyses and reports for one or more of our divisions/entities. Additionally, you will provide input for improving the administrative organization related to report development and process improvements.

Key Accountabilities

  • Responsible for the month-end closing, monthly and annual financial reporting process
  • Supporting and coordinating internal and external audits
  • Analysing, assessing and controlling the financial data
  • Analysing and subsequently advising on the administrative organization and internal control framework
  • Preparing annual reports and analysis in accordance with the applicable financial guidelines
  • Advising the divisional financial teams

Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor/Master degree in Business Economics, Accounting or Finance
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (accounting, reporting etc.)
  • Driven, ambitious and engaged
  • Team player: flexible and able to work in a team within a dynamic work environment
  • Solid knowledge of and experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge and experience with SAP (or familiar ERP)
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English
  • You are available for 32 to 40 hours a week

What we offer
At Damen we realize supporting and managing many talented individuals is of great essence. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continually invest in your development. Damen offers you:

  • A dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation
  • At least 40 days of annual leave
  • Profit sharing & pension allowance
  • Continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy
  • An active social environment in terms of business culture, events & sports

Contact
Recruiter: Gerard EgginkEmail: gerard.eggink@damen.com

Why Damen?

Damen has 35 shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries. We are still growing and that gives you options. You contribute to this growth while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities.
Working at Damen means contributing to the highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of our family.

We’re a family company that has been building ships for almost 100 years. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider there is. Working at Damen offers the best of several worlds. Active in more than 100 countries, with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. We offer you an ocean of possibilities.

Marine & Offshore
Gorinchem
Active in 101 countries
12,500 employees
70% men - 30% women
Average age is 40 years