EMEA Financial Controller: Strategic Reporting & Compliance

Fluke; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluke is seeking a Financial Controller for the EMEA region to partner with finance teams across EMEA and the US, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic international environment. This role oversees statutory reporting, month-end close, and budgeting processes while developing accounting expertise and leading process improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Finance, with 5+ years in multinational finance, strong US GAAP knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, statutory reporting, and tax compliance.
• Experience in multinational and complex EMEA environments.
• Proven ability to drive change, improve processes, and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Hands-on mindset, continuous improvement focus, and a passion for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory reporting and compliance for assigned EMEA legal entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close, balance sheet reviews, and financial reporting.
• Manage cost center reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while acting as a trusted business partner.
• Own and develop expertise in key accounting areas such as statutory reporting, transfer pricing, tax compliance, and foreign currency management.
• Support internal and external audits, including SOX, tax, and statutory audits.
• Coach and develop Assistant Controllers while fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Drive process improvements and participate in cross-functional finance transformation projects.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Statutory reporting

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Change management

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration

Job description

Fluke is seeking a Financial Controller for the EMEA region to partner with finance teams across EMEA and the US, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic international environment. This role oversees statutory reporting, month-end close, and budgeting processes while developing accounting expertise and leading process improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Finance, with 5+ years in multinational finance, strong US GAAP knowledge, and