Financial Controller | Global Tech and Trading Firm
Location
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Overview
Pearse are excited to be partnering exclusively with one of the world’s most sophisticated proprietary trading firms who are looking for a Financial Controller to join their group finance team at their HQ. A pioneering global trading firm, with offices across Europe, the US and Asia, they are a leader in the space, operating at the intersection of finance, technology and mathematics.
As part of their continued international growth, they’re looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join their high-performing Group Finance team, offering significant scope to influence the financial framework of a complex, scaling, international business.
Role & Responsibilities
Reporting directly to an experienced Group CFO and working closely alongside another senior accountant, this position will help to drive accuracy and efficiency across their group financial operations. This is both a hands-on operational position and a strategic role responsible for optimisation and improvements.
Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reporting across multiple international entities, including statutory and annual accounts
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timeliness and accuracy for the group
Management of intercompany reconciliations and foreign currency translations
Responsible for maintaining robust financial controls and reporting processes
Support cash flow management, liquidity planning, and foreign exchange exposure at group level
Collaborate with the wider finance team on day-to-day accounting operations to ensure smooth and efficient execution
Liaise with external auditors
Continuous process improvement and automation of finance processes to enable the business to scale
Work closely with stakeholders across finance, operations, and senior leadership, providing clear financial insight and guidance
Requirements
Fully qualified accountant (RA, ACA)
Big 4 experience preferred
Hand-on experience in financial control at group level with experience of group consolidation
Strong knowledge of IFRS
Excellent communication skills with an ability to present to senior stakeholders
Incredibly ambitious with a desire to continue learning
Strong interest in fintech/technology sector
Connect with Charlie Whitaker, Senior Consultant, to hear more.
charliewhitaker@pearseprofessionals.com
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