Regional Financial Controller

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

This is a critical role in helping strategic decision-making by providing insightful financial reports, analysis and forecasts. The position is based in Amsterdam and periodic travel to UK, IRL and other European destinations is expected.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)

• Work together with and manage local bookkeepers (both internal as outsourced) to continuously have an up-to-date financial view of the entities within the assigned jurisdictions.
• Manage relationships, from a financial point of view, with investors where Nido Living provides Property Management services.
• Contribute to the implementation of a new group-wide ERP system.
• Perform financial controls on a frequent basis.
• Provide comprehensive oversight of all relevant financial topics within entities and ensuring that group financial procedures are followed.
• Advise on operational efficiency and financial risk mitigation.
• Manage the timely preparation of accounts, tax returns and ensure compliance with all tax regulations.
• Actively participate in financial audits and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors as necessary.

• Coordinate the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for both internal as external stakeholders and monitor performance against them.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company and outside investors’ assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Manage local finance vendors to ensure efficient financial operations and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to streamline financial operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial strategies with broader business objectives, driving overall financial performance.
• Additionally, it may be required to perform various duties and responsibilities beyond those outlined in this role profile job description as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Experience working with and managing outsourced accounting functions
• Good understanding of IFRS. Understanding of NL, UK and IRL GAAP a plus.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in working English is mandatory, additional European languages are beneficial, but not a prerequisite.
• Experience in NetSuite a big plus
• Experience in Real Estate or Hospitality considered an advantage