Financial Controller

Xalient Benelux; Randstad; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training & certifications

Career growth opportunities

International exposure

Job summary

Xalient Benelux seeks a talented Financial Controller to oversee Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg entities from The Hague, reporting to the Group Financial Controller (UK). You will lead local finance teams, manage day-to-day financial processes, and drive accurate reporting and control across multiple jurisdictions.

The role demands extensive experience in financial administration, month-end closing, and treasury, with strong IFRS knowledge and English/Dutch proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, accounting or business; postgraduate RA, ACCA or equivalent preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, ideally Big 4 and 3+ years as Financial Controller or similar.
• Solid knowledge of financial administration, GL management, AP/AR and balance sheets.
• IFRS, tax and regulatory knowledge, especially for the Netherlands.
• Experience with payroll administration and VAT filings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial processes for Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg entities.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable and cash flow forecasts.
• Lead liquidity planning and treasury activities; maintain bank relationships.
• Develop and maintain management reports; perform month-end close and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial analyses for Group FC and CFO; act as sparring partner for management.
• Coordinate payroll processing with HR and external provider; support audits and tax filings.
• Identify improvements to financial systems and processes.

Skills

Financial leadership

Cash flow forecasting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Month-end closing

Variance analysis

Payroll administration

ERP systems

Dutch and English

Education

Master's degree in finance

Postgraduate RA/ACCA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Certinia (FinancialForce)

Job description

Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a talented, analytical, and ambitious Financial Controller to join our team in The Hague.

In this role, you will report to the Group Financial Controller (UK) and be responsible for the entire financial administration and financial control for our Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg markets, while working closely with our international finance teams. You will lead the local teams (2 fte), oversee day-to-day financial processes and play a key role in ensuring reliable financial administration, reporting and control.

Your responsibilities will include cash flow forecasting, AP and AR management, management reporting, payroll administration, local treasury, and the ongoing optimization of financial processes. You are proactive, inquisitive, quick to identify discrepancies, and to ensure that these are thoroughly analysed and resolved. You have strong leadership and soft skills -personable, caring and listening- and excellent communication skills. And the willingness to travel to a certain extent.

This position is ideally suited for a finance professional who wishes to further their development within a fast-growing, international, PE-backed organization with an exciting business, and actively contribute to the continued professionalization of the finance department.

Your responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day financial processes in the Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg entities, ensuring reliable financial administration and reporting;
• Responsible for accounts payable and receivable administration and the preparation of cash flow forecasts;
• Managing liquidity planning and ensuring sufficient available financial resources;
• Maintaining relationships with local banks and managing treasury activities;
• Maintaining relationships with external auditors and advisors, and Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg tax authorities;
• Responsible for developing, improving, and maintaining management reports;
• Overseeing accurate and timely month-end closing, including balance sheet reconciliations and schedules;
• Preparing and presenting financial analyses and management information to the Group Financial Controller and CFO;
• Acting as a financial sparring partner for management and providing support with budget monitoring;
• Coordinating monthly payroll processing in collaboration with HR and an external payroll provider;
• Identifying and implementing improvements to financial systems and processes;
• Assisting with tax obligations, including VAT returns and other tax filings;
• Ensuring accurate financial records for audits and due diligence processes;
• Assisting with year-end closing and the external audit.

What do you bring to the table?

• Master's degree in finance, accounting or business; postgraduate RA, ACCA or equivalent preferred;
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, ideally a combination of Big 4 and at least three years' experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar role within an international IT, Tech, Telco or (billable) professional services company;
• Solid knowledge of financial administration, general ledger management, and the management of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and balance sheets;
• Experience with month-end closing, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations;
• Up to date knowledge of accounting (IFRS), tax, and regulatory matters, in the first place regarding the Netherlands;
• Knowledge of payroll administration and VAT filings;
• Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of Certinia (formerly FinancialForce) is a plus;
• Proficiency in both Dutch and English (spoken and written).

What we offer

• Great experience in a rapidly growing, informal, international, PE-backed organization;
• Part of a professional Finance team;
• Responsible role with international scope;
• A lot of freedom to take on initiatives;
• Ample opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;
• The opportunity to grow with the company;
• Possibility to work partly from home;
• In the center of a dynamic, purposeful business;
• Hands-on execution environment, where no two days are alike, where new paths charted, and smart, creative solutions valued;
• Great co-workers and a pleasant working atmosphere, with fun social events and Friday drinks.

Dynamic field

Developments such as cloud solutions and digital transformations make digital identity an indispensable component of organizational operations.

About Xalient

Xalient is an international IT-consultancy- and managed services company, specialized in Digital Identity, cybersecurity, networking and modern cloud- and communication technologies.

We help organizations worldwide with strategy, consultancy, implementation, and managed services based on leading-edge technologies. Thanks to our strong growth, international ambitions, and focus on innovation, we offer our employees ample opportunities for further development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Xalient we believe that diversity makes our organization stronger. We welcome applications from anyone who identifies with this role, regardless of their background, age, gender, beliefs, sexual orientation, or disability. Our selection process is based solely on talent, experience, and motivation.