Finance Manager – Dutch GAAP, Tax & Growth Partner

Segway-Ninebot Europe; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Segway-Ninebot Europe is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to oversee Dutch accounting, tax, treasury and financial reporting for SDBV, coordinating with the Group Finance SSC to ensure accuracy and compliance. The role blends process improvement with business performance analysis and stakeholder partnership.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of international finance experience, strong Dutch GAAP knowledge, and a proactive mindset to drive improvements, controls and timely closing in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline.
• Approximately 6–8 years of relevant finance experience, preferably in an international, multinational or fast-growing business environment.
• Solid knowledge of Dutch accounting standards (Dutch GAAP), local statutory reporting and Dutch financial compliance requirements.
• Practical experience in general accounting, tax compliance, treasury, financial controlling and external audit coordination.
• Good understanding of Dutch VAT and corporate income tax, with experience managing tax advisors and tax authority inquiries.
• Working knowledge of transfer pricing principles and intercompany transactions; hands-on TP compliance experience is a strong advantage.
• Experience working with shared service centers, particularly in group accounting, financial closing and reporting processes.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate financial information into practical business insights.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Professional proficiency in English is required; Dutch language skills are an advantage.
• A relevant professional accounting qualification (e.g., RA, AA, ACCA or equivalent) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory accounting and general ledger management.
• Work closely with the Group FSSC to ensure accurate, complete and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies, reporting requirements and internal control procedures.
• Review financial statements, account reconciliations and supporting schedules, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes, improve operational efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Take ownership of SDBV's local statutory financial reporting under Dutch GAAP and ensure timely preparation and filing of annual financial statements.
• Coordinate the annual statutory audit, acting as the key contact for external auditors and ensuring audit readiness, timely delivery of supporting documentation and effective resolution of audit findings.
• Monitor changes in Dutch accounting, corporate and regulatory requirements and assess their impact on the business.
• Maintain robust documentation, financial records and internal control processes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Oversee local tax compliance, including VAT returns, corporate income tax, payroll-related tax matters and other applicable tax filings, coordinating with external tax advisors where necessary.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings, payments and reconciliations, and proactively identify and manage tax risks.
• Support tax audits, tax authority inquiries and tax-related investigations, including the preparation of historical data and supporting documentation.
• Manage local transfer pricing (TP) compliance in coordination with Group Tax, external advisors and relevant finance stakeholders, including intercompany transaction reviews, supporting documentation and implementation of transfer pricing policies.
• Ensure consistency between accounting records, tax returns, statutory financial statements and transfer pricing documentation.
• Manage daily treasury operations, including cash flow monitoring, bank account management, payment processes and short-term liquidity planning.
• Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable and working capital, identifying potential cash flow risks and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure appropriate financial controls over payments, cash management and banking activities.
• Provide timely cash flow forecasts and treasury reports to support local and Group management decisions.
• Support Group business units (BUs) with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and actual-versus-budget analysis.
• Analyze revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, profitability, working capital and other key business performance indicators.
• Provide meaningful financial insights, identify performance gaps and business risks, and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand operational drivers, challenge assumptions and support informed commercial decisions.
• Contribute to business reviews, management reporting and ad hoc financial analysis to support the sustainable growth of SDBV and the wider European business.
• Collaborate with the Director European Group Finance, Group FSSC, Group Tax, business teams and external advisors to align local operations with Group finance standards.
• Actively participate in finance process optimization, standardization, automation and system enhancement initiatives.
• Establish clear ownership, effective standard operating procedures (SOPs) and appropriate controls across key finance processes.
• Take ownership of complex and ad hoc finance matters, proactively resolving issues and driving projects to completion.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and organizational changes while maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance and service delivery.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cross-functional

Process improvement

Strategic thinking

Ownership accountability

Operational excellence

English proficiency

Tax knowledge

Dutch GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Segway-Ninebot Europe is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to oversee Dutch accounting, tax, treasury and financial reporting for SDBV, coordinating with the Group Finance SSC to ensure accuracy and compliance. The role blends process improvement with business performance analysis and stakeholder partnership.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of international finance experience, strong Dutch GAAP knowledge, and a proactive mindset to drive improvements, controls and timely closing in a