Finance Manager Netherlands & Europe Operations

Uplift People Consulting; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Uplift People Consulting is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the Netherlands finance operations and coordinate financial processes across Europe. You will work with local accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, banks and authorities to ensure IFRS-compliant reporting and robust financial controls.

The role requires deep knowledge of SAP FI/CO, budgeting, cash flow management and multi-country coordination, with a focus on accuracy, timelines and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in finance, accounting, controlling, or reporting.
• Experience coordinating finance across European countries.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and regulatory reporting expertise.
• English fluency required; Dutch language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance operations in the Netherlands and coordinate EU processes.
• Oversee monthly close, consolidation, budgeting and cash flow.
• Ensure IFRS-compliant reporting and statutory compliance.
• Coordinate with local accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, banks and authorities.
• Identify and manage financial risks and funding sources.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Excel

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to be based in the Netherlands and responsible for managing finance operations in the Netherlands, while also overseeing and coordinating financial processes across their European operations.

In this role, you will manage finance, accounting, tax, reporting and compliance processes for the Netherlands entity and act as the finance coordination point for other European countries. You will work closely with local accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, banks, public authorities and internal teams to ensure that financial processes are managed accurately, timely and in line with local regulations, IFRS requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage finance, accounting, tax, payroll-related financial processes and statutory reporting activities for the Netherlands entity,
• Oversee and coordinate financial processes, reporting and follow-up activities across European operations,
• Manage monthly and periodic financial closing, consolidation, budgeting, cash flow, cost control and management reporting processes,
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with IFRS and local accounting standards,
• Follow up tax, VAT, corporate tax, transfer pricing, intercompany invoicing and related financial processes in coordination with local advisors,
• Act as the main finance contact for local accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, banks and public authorities in the Netherlands and other European countries,
• Monitor financial risks, establish control points and provide timely recommendations to management,
• Identify, secure and manage financing and funding sources (bank loans, credit lines, working capital and investment financing, leasing) to support operational and investment needs across European entities, and maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions for this purpose,
• Support the standardization, improvement and implementation of finance processes across Europe,
• Use SAP FI/CO and other finance systems effectively for accounting, cost center tracking, budgeting, reporting, closing and analysis processes,
• Support SAP improvement, integration or implementation processes when required,
• Ensure effective coordination between the Türkiye headquarters and European operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related fields,
• Minimum 8 years of experience in finance, accounting, controlling, reporting or similar roles,
• Strong experience in finance, accounting, tax and statutory reporting processes,
• Experience in managing or coordinating finance processes across European countries,
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards,
• Solid experience in budgeting, cash flow management, cost control, financial analysis, monthly closing and management reporting,
• Good understanding of tax, VAT, corporate tax, transfer pricing and intercompany invoicing processes,
• Hands‑on experience with SAP FI/CO; SAP implementation, improvement, integration or key user experience is a plus,
• Experience working with accounting firms, tax advisors, auditors, banks and public authorities,
• Strong analytical thinking, risk awareness, follow-up discipline and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to work in a fast‑growing, multi‑country and dynamic business environment,
• Excellent command of English; Dutch language skills are an asset,
• Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.