Manager Financial Controller

For a global client in the fashion industry based in Amsterdam, we are looking for a Manager Financial Controller to join the Financial Operations and Controlling team. In this key regional role, you will oversee consolidated financial reporting across EMEA, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial governance under US GAAP. Working closely with Shared Services, FP&A, and US Corporate Controlling, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving reporting excellence, process improvement, and audit readiness across the organization.

Please note, the deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 21st at 12 noon.

About the company

Be part of an iconic story.

This organization serves as a platform for growth, focusing on building brand strength and staying relevant in a rapidly changing world. By connecting global, iconic brands more closely to the evolving needs of consumers, it ensures a strong foundation for both the present and future generations.

Guided by shared values and empowered by scale and global reach, the company is committed to driving fashion forward for good. Operating as one unified team with a clear vision and plan, it exemplifies the power of collective effort and shared purpose.

Salary and hours per week

• Salary: To be discussed
• 40 hours per week
• Start: As soon as possible
• 01/12/2025 - 29/05/2026 possibly longer depending on the need of the business.

About the job

The Team

The Financial Operations and Controlling team manages and oversees Consolidation and Accounting, Financial Controlling, and Statutory Compliance & Tax activity. The team is responsible for the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial accounts, ensuring effectiveness of accounting operations. With an integral position in the team, the role contributes significantly to the region's strategic growth and overall success.

The Position

The Manager Financial Controller is responsible for managing the consolidated financial reporting process across the EMEA region. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant group-level reporting under US GAAP, supporting month-end close, audit readiness, and SOX control adherence. Working closely with the Shared Services Centre, Brand Finance, FP&A, and US corporate controlling teams, this role plays a critical part in driving consolidation accuracy, supporting disclosure requirements, and maintaining robust financial governance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complex accounting entries and produce timely and accurate financial statements to support global external and internal reporting.
• Calculate and ensure accurate financial reporting around sales and payroll provisions and other specialized areas in compliance with US GAAP standards, including being in compliance with Audit and SOX requirements.
• Ensure balance sheet integrity across entities and assist on various projects related to balance sheet integrity; Assist in Balance Sheet account reconciliation.
• Maintain the integrity of consolidation systems (e.g., SAC), focusing on mappings, uploads, and data validation.
• Cross-functional coordination: Work alongside the Shared Services Centre, Brand Finance, FP&A, and US corporate controlling teams to ensure consolidated output reflects accurate actuals and are aligned with FP&A submissions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline consolidation processes, improve data accuracy, and enforce policy adherence across consolidation tasks.
• Provide accounting guidance to countries financial departments in Europe including enhancing existing accounting guidance based on requests or identified needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Brings 8+ years of experience in financial accounting and reporting, ideally within the retail, supply chain, or fashion industry.
• Holds a recognized accountancy qualification (US CPA preferred); a Big Four background is a strong plus.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, BI tools, and ERP systems such as SAP, SAC, BW, BPC, HANA, and Tableau.
• Is a proactive, organized self-starter who can drive projects to completion, stay flexible, and meet deadlines.
• Excels as a team player with strong people management, influencing, and stakeholder management skills in a matrix organization.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, able to translate complex financial topics into simple, actionable insights for all stakeholders.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and thrives in navigating a wide range of challenges.

What you can expect from our client:

• An international environment which respects diversity, equality, and individuality.
• A beautiful state-of-the-art Campus.
• Depending on the role a monthly home - office budget.
• A chance to unwind with weekly social activities.

 

Contact

Apply now, and be sure to do so before Tuesday, October 21st at 12 noon. Send your resume and a short motivation. Before we can introduce you to the client, we will invite you for an interview at our Projob office or online. For more information contact us at 020-5738383 or welcome@projob.nl.

Please note that we agreed with our clients to only introduce them to candidates who already live near the job location. Although you might be willing to relocate or commute, this is not an adequate option.