Financial Controller

Otrium; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Otrium employee discount

Gym/ClassPass subscription discount

OpenUp mental health access

Worldwide travel for short-term second

Birthday day off

8 weeks abroad

Job summary

Otrium is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join our accounting and financial reporting team in the Netherlands. You will own daily SG&A operations, lead month-end and year-end closes, and drive tax compliance and audit readiness.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of accounting, ACCA/CIMA/RA or equivalent, Dutch GAAP experience, NetSuite expertise, and strong English communication. We offer a generous holiday allowance, generous benefits, and opportunities to influence our growing

Qualifications

• 4+ years of accounting knowledge in fast-paced scale-up or tech
• Recognised qualification ACCA/CIMA/RA or equivalent
• Experience in Dutch GAAP auditing or audit prep
• Strong knowledge of Dutch taxation and accounting standards (Dutch GAAP)
• Proven tax compliance experience (VAT and CIT)
• NetSuite proficiency and advanced Excel skills
• Proactive mindset to leverage tech for efficiency
• Excellent communication; mentor interns and update stakeholders
• Fluency in English is essential

Responsibilities

• Own daily SG&A financial operations and payment ecosystems
• Deliver month-end and year-end close with reconciliations and accruals
• Optimise working capital and monitor aged balances
• Lead the yearly audit process and statutory requirements
• Support VAT tax compliance with documentation and quarterly returns
• Prepare and coordinate corporate income tax (CIT) returns
• Coordinate Transfer Pricing documentation with tax advisors
• Coach and mentor junior team members
• Drive process improvements with AI and automation
• Travel cost reimbursement for >10km distance
• Enjoy office perks and Otrium benefits
• Share in Otrium's success through SAR package

Skills

Accounting experience

English fluency

Communication & mentoring

Tax compliance (VAT/CIT)

Education

ACCA / CIMA / RA or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Excel advanced

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Financial Controller to join Otrium's accounting and financial reporting team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the financial integrity and operational efficiency that underpins our growth.

Job requirements

• 4+ years of accounting knowledge, ideally honed in a fast-paced scale-up or tech environment.
• You hold a recognised qualification (ACCA, CIMA, RA, or equivalent).
• Experience in auditing or audit preparation of financial statements under Dutch GAAP
• Strong technical knowledge of local taxation and accounting standards (Dutch GAAP).
• Proven track record in tax compliance (incl. VAT and CIT)
• Proficiency in NetSuite is highly preferred, alongside advanced Excel skills.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on leveraging technology to drive process efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor interns and update stakeholders on financial positions.
• Fluency in English is a must.

Job responsibilities

• Own our daily SG&A financial operations and payment ecosystems, ensuring seamless transaction flows and adherence to internal control guidelines.
• Deliver month-end and year-end close processes, including robust balance sheet reconciliations and accurate accruals management.
• Optimise working capital and monitor aged balances to support healthy cash flow and strong vendor relationships.
• Lead the yearly audit process by ensuring high quality and timely deliverables. Collaborate in audit preparation and the completion of all relevant statutory financial requirements.
• Support tax compliance (VAT) by maintaining high-quality documentation and preparing workings for quarterly returns
• Own corporate income tax (CIT) return preparation and coordination.
• Coordinate the preparation of Transfer Pricing (TP) documentation jointly with our tax advisors.
• Coach and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on daily tasks and supporting their professional development.
• Drive process improvements by leveraging AI and automation to scale our financial operations efficiently.
• Travel cost reimbursement (if more than 10km away from the office).
• Tasty office lunches and barista-style coffees in our light, spacious office on the waterside in Houthavens.
• Mac laptop, handy tech and company merch.
• A market-based salary (incl. 8% holiday allowance) and nice colleagues!
• A SAR package to share in Otrium's success.
• 25 days paid holiday per year - plus a day off on your birthday!
• Possibility for 8 weeks per year to work abroad.
• Mental and physical health support via a ClassPass gym subscription discount and free, unlimited access to OpenUp.
• And, of course, an Otrium employee discount!

Otrium is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of employees with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Here's to freedom, flexibility, and global inclusivity!