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Our client is one of Europe's largest wholesalers in the automotive industry. Over the past years, they have successfully delivered thousands of cars worldwide. Specializing in large-scale new, nearly new, and used cars, their extensive customer base includes garage owners, dealers, rental and car leasing companies, as well as fleet owners. Their mission is to provide the best deal at the right time.
With a diverse international team of buyers and sellers that are fluent in multiple languages, they find the perfect cars to meet their clients' needs. Their team of traders and analysts collects and analyzes data from around the world, enabling them to identify trends as soon as they emerge. This allows them to make precise matches between supply and demand, providing clients with invaluable advice tailored to their specific situations.
About The Job
As a Financial Controller, you will be responsible for a wide range of financial activities, from bookkeeping to coordinating international activities and everything in between. Working closely with the CFO, you will enjoy significant autonomy and responsibility in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Moreover, you will serve as the go-to person for all finance-related matters, establishing yourself as an indispensable asset to the organization. This role is perfect for finance professionals who thrive outside the confines of an ‘organizational silo’.
Key responsibilities of the Financial Controller include:
- Preparing and analyzing various reports periodically for both internal and external stakeholders
- Managing accounting and administration for multiple entities
- Reviewing reports prepared by local accountants
- Conducting credit reviews for current and potential business relationships
- Ensuring compliance with local tax regulations
- Collaborating with internal departments and external parties to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of information
Your Qualities
For this job of Financial Controller, we are looking for a hands-on and enthusiastic person. You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with an energetic, flexible and proactive approach to work.
In addition, you have:
- At least a bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Accounting or equivalent
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar accounting or audit role
- A solid understanding of Accounting Principles
- Previous experience working for an international firm
- Excellent communication skills across various levels
- High proficiency in English. Knowledge of a native or secondary language, such as German or Spanish, would be a valuable asset
At this company, they consider your personality to be the most important skill set. If you have a thirst for knowledge and an entrepreneurial mindset, you'll fit right in!
Their Benefits
Our client offers a challenging position in a rapidly growing company within the international automotive industry. You will collaborate with passionate colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures in a professional yet informal working environment.
This is a full time position, and they offer you a competitive salary along with modern terms of employment.
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