Group Controller bij ICTS op Schiphol - EUR7K - EUR10K P/M

Patrickbeek.com; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Patrickbeek.com is seeking a Group Controller to lead the finance function across the group and its subsidiaries. The role reports to the Group CFO, driving reporting, planning, cash management, and financial controls for scalable growth.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in financial leadership within large multinationals, solid knowledge of US GAAP and SOX, and strong English communication. A hands-on, strategic leader with a drive for accuracy is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance; MBA and/or CPA (highly desirable).
• 7+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in large multinational companies.
• Experience leading and managing financial teams and employees.
• Good English (verbal and in writing).
• Knowledge of Cognos, Excel, and other relevant financial accounting software.
• Working knowledge of transfer pricing rules and international tax rules.
• Profound knowledge with US GAAP.
• Profound knowledge about SOX.
• Profound knowledge about payroll, accounting reporting, taxation and funding of companies.
• Profound knowledge about M&A.
• Ability to know and work with different accounting GAAP environments.

Responsibilities

• All financial and fiscal management aspects.
• Responsible for all financial Reporting of the parent company and compliance of its subsidiaries.
• Oversee adequate financial management of subsidiaries.
• Executing and promoting the group financial agenda.
• Executing and promoting future plans on finance and performance.
• Financial forecasting in respect to business growth.
• Reporting, reviewing and analyzing monthly group financial & management reports. Ensure timely, adequate and accurate reporting.
• Full budget & cash planning cycle including follow up and comparisons of actuals vs planned.
• Group cash and facility management and payments.
• Audits, both internal and external, are performed and result in clean sheets/unqualified opinions.
• Group Administrative Organization and Internal Control environment (establish and maintain appropriate internal control safeguards).
• Group cost control.
• Group tax compliance.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures relating to Quality, health and safety and environmental management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Independent

Creative

Problem solving

Organizational awareness

Education

BS in Accounting or Finance

MBA

CPA

Tools

Cognos

Excel

Job description

This company is a public company traded in the USA and through its subsidiaries specializes in the provision of aviation security services, other aviation related services and authentication services worldwide.

JOB-PURPOSE

As a key member of the finance team, the Group Controller will report to the Group CFO, and assume a strategic role in the overall of the Company and its subsidiaries. The Group Controller will have primary day-to-day responsibility for reporting, planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial-related activities of the company and its subsidiaries.

This will include direct responsibility for the group accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, cost analysis, cash flow management and company compliance with finance and other regulatory frameworks.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE):

• BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA and/or CPA (highly desirable).
• 7+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in large multinational companies.
• Experience leading and managing financial teams and employees.
• Good English (verbal and in writing).
• Knowledge of Cognos, Excel, and other relevant financial accounting software.
• Working knowledge of transfer pricing rules and international tax rules.
• Profound knowledge with US GAAP.
• Profound knowledge about SOX.
• Profound knowledge about payroll, accounting reporting, taxation and funding of companies.
• Profound knowledge about M&A.
• Ability to know and work with different accounting GAAP environments.

SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - English
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strategic
• Leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Independent
• Creative and result driven
• Organizational awareness

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All financial and fiscal management aspects
• Responsible for all financial Reporting of the parent company and compliance of its subsidiaries.
• Oversee adequate financial management of subsidiaries.
• Executing and promoting the group financial agenda.
• Executing and promoting future plans on finance and performance.
• Financial forecasting in respect to business growth.
• Reporting, reviewing and analyzing monthly group financial & management reports. Ensure timely, adequate and accurate reporting
• Full budget & cash planning cycle including follow up and comparisons of actuals vs planned.
• Group cash and facility management and payments.
• Audits, both internal and external, are performed and result in clean sheets/unqualified opinions.
• Group Administrative Organization and Internal Control environment (establish and maintain appropriate internal control safeguards).
• Group cost control.
• Group tax compliance.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures relating to Quality, health and safety and environmental management.

And

• Interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses, reports, and recommendations.
• Advising, determining and maintaining policies, guidelines and procedures on all finance and tax matters within the group.
• Promote the cooperation and interaction within the group finance teams in the Group.
• Approve and coordinate changes, improvements in automated financial and management information systems.
• Directing and coaching the financial staff of the subsidiaries to ensure their effectiveness, motivation and professional development.
• Represent the company externally to government agencies, funding agencies, and the public.