Financial Controller - Group Reporting & Compliance

TOPdesk; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPdesk, based in Delft, is hiring an experienced Financial Controller to support global accounting operations. You will focus on consolidation, internal controls, and audit management, reporting to the VP Global Controller.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in progressive accounting roles and be a Chartered Accountant. Strong knowledge of Dutch GAAP and IFRS is essential. TOPdesk values collaboration and communication across cultures and time zones.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience in a global, PE-backed company.
• Strong experience managing internal controls and driving improvements.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing consolidated financial statements in a multicurrency environment.
• Leading the implementation and management of the internal control framework.
• Managing the audit process, including preparing audited financial statements.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Financial reporting standards (Dutch GAAP / IFRS)

Communication across time zones

Internal control management

Consolidation processes

Netsuite experience

Job description

Company Description

TOPdesk is an internationally growing software and consultancy company and the creator of the best service management tool in the Netherlands. With over 700 colleagues in 8 countries, we work together every day to make our customers’ services better, smarter and more fun.

Job Description

Applications and CVs must be submitted in English in order to be reviewed.

TOPdesk is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to support the execution of global accounting operations with a focus on consolidation, internal control frameworks and external audit management. This role will report to the VP Global Controller, and will play a critical part in building a global, well‑controlled, and scalable finance function that supports both strategic growth and operational precision.

Role

Financial Consolidations & Reporting

• Preparing consolidated financial statements in a multicurrency environment
• Partnering cross-functionally to ensure end-to-end financial accuracy
• Overseeing internal and external reporting, including preparation of lender reporting packages and coordination with FP&A
• Supporting statutory and tax filing requirements across international entities

External Audit Management

• Managing the audit process, including preparing audited financial statements and PBC documentation
• Ensuring audit readiness and serving as the primary contact for auditors

Policy, Process & Controls

• Leading the implementation and management of the internal control framework
• Promoting standardization and automation within accounting operations
• Developing global accounting policies and procedures and overseeing global close governance
• Assisting with the implementation and optimization of Netsuite ERP and other financial systems

In this role, you will report directly to and partner up with the VP Global Controller.

Qualifications

Are you our new Financial controller?

• Chartered Accountant required
• Big 4 or national firm audit experience
• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience in a global, PE‑backed company
• Experience managing consolidation processes in a multicurrency environment
• Strong experience managing internal controls and driving improvements
• Deep understanding of Dutch GAAP / IFRS, and financial reporting standards
• Strong experience with modern financial systems; experience with Netsuite is a strong plus
• Knowledge about sales tax, income tax & transfer pricing is a plus
• Demonstrated success leading global close and internal control programs
• Strong communicator, collaborator, and operator across time zones and cultures
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required