Financial Controller - IHQ

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JDE Peet’s is seeking an IHQ Financial Controller based in the Netherlands to own the financial controlling and reporting for a defined set of International Headquarters entities. You will lead month-end close, balance sheet control, and internal controls while partnering with stakeholders across Accounting & Reporting, Tax and Treasury to ensure accurate, timely results.

The role supports major finance transformations, including SAP S/4HANA, SOX, and US GAAP reporting within a global, matrixed

Qualifications

• Academic background in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• 4 - 8 years of experience in financial accounting or controlling
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and month-end close processes (US GAAP exposure is a plus)
• Experience working in an international or complex organization
• SAP experience or the ability to quickly learn new systems
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Act as the end-to-end accountable financial controller for a defined portfolio of IHQ holding entities
• Deliver accurate month‑end close and reporting, including journals, accruals, intercompany transactions and central cost allocations
• Prepare account reconciliations, balance sheet reviews and internal control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Support external audits and collaborate closely with Accounting & Reporting, Tax, Treasury and Business Control teams
• Own and continuously improve selected IHQ financial processes, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency
• Assess and support the implementation of changes in accounting standards, policies and ways of working for assigned entities and accounting topics, operating within a matrix‑controlled environment with escalation and overall supervision provided by the Financial Control Manager

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Month-end close

Intercompany / consolidation

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Finance, Accounting or Business Administration degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

As an IHQ Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting for International Headquarters entities. Working closely with the Financial Control Manager, you will independently own the financial controlling and reporting responsibilities for a defined set of International Headquarters legal entities and accounting topics. You will be hands‑on in the month‑end close, balance sheet control and internal controls, acting as a trusted financial partner to stakeholders across the organization. This role contributes to major finance transformations, including the transition of transactional activities to Global Business Services, SAP S/4HANA, SOX compliance and US GAAP reporting. The position is based in the Netherlands and sits within the Global Accounting & Reporting function.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the end-to-end accountable financial controller for a defined portfolio of IHQ holding entities, serving as the primary point of contact for all controlling and reporting matters
• Deliver accurate month‑end close and reporting, including journals, accruals, intercompany transactions and central cost allocations
• Prepare account reconciliations, balance sheet reviews and internal control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Support external audits and collaborate closely with Accounting & Reporting, Tax, Treasury and Business Control teams
• Own and continuously improve selected IHQ financial processes, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency
• Assess and support the implementation of changes in accounting standards, policies and ways of working for assigned entities and accounting topics, operating within a matrix‑controlled environment with escalation and overall supervision provided by the Financial Control Manager

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands‑on, fast‑paced and collaborative. We are looking for someone who enjoys being close to the numbers while taking ownership in an international HQ environment.

For this role as an IHQ Financial Controller, we’re looking for someone who has:

• A relevant academic background in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• 4 - 8 years of experience in financial accounting or controlling
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and month‑end close processes (US GAAP exposure is a plus)
• Experience working in an international or complex organization
• SAP experience or the ability to quickly learn new systems
• A proactive, detail‑oriented mindset with strong communication skills

Additional Information

Our DE&I Statement

At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

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Company Description

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet’s is the world’s leading pure‑play coffee company, serving approximately 4,400 cups of coffee per second in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focusing on brand‑led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs, alongside a collection of 9 local icons; such as Douwe Egberts, Kenco, Pilao, Old Town, Moccona, Super, Gevalia, Friele, Marcilla. In 2024, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 8.8 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be!