Group Controller PE

Michael Page International (Netherlands); Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (Netherlands) is recruiting a Group Controller for its Amsterdam-based private equity client. The role focuses on financial reporting, governance, fund-related activities and management information for the group and related entities.

The successful candidate will lead monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting, coordinate consolidation, oversee year-end audits, maintain governance processes, monitor liquidity, and contribute to strategic investment initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Group Controller, Financial Controller, Audit Manager or similar finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, consolidation and internal controls.
• Previous experience within private equity, asset management, investment management or financial services is highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and investment professionals.
• Professional fluency in both Dutch and English is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting cycle for the management company and related entities.
• Coordinate consolidated reporting and financial analysis across portfolio investments where required.
• Prepare management reports and performance updates for the leadership team and investment professionals.
• Oversee statutory financial statements and coordinate year-end audits with external advisors.
• Maintain and further develop internal control frameworks, accounting policies and governance processes.
• Monitor liquidity, cash flow forecasting and treasury activities across the group structure.
• Support fund reporting requirements and liaise with external fund administrators and service providers.
• Contribute to transaction-related projects, valuations, acquisitions and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Group finance leadership

Stakeholder communication

Dutch and English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

Job description

• Own Group Reporting, Fund Oversight and Financial Governance
• Support Investment Leadership with Financial Insight and Control

About Our Client

Our client is an established private equity firm based in Amsterdam, managing investments across a diversified portfolio of companies. To support its continued growth and reporting requirements, the firm is looking to appoint a Group Controller who will play a key role in financial reporting, governance, fund-related activities and management information.

Job Description

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting cycle for the management company and related entities.
• Coordinate consolidated reporting and financial analysis across portfolio investments where required.
• Prepare management reports and performance updates for the leadership team and investment professionals.
• Oversee statutory financial statements and coordinate year-end audits with external advisors.
• Maintain and further develop internal control frameworks, accounting policies and governance processes.
• Monitor liquidity, cash flow forecasting and treasury activities across the group structure.
• Support fund reporting requirements and liaise with external fund administrators and service providers.
• Contribute to transaction-related projects, valuations, acquisitions and strategic initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Group Controller, Financial Controller, Audit Manager or similar finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, consolidation and internal controls.
• Previous experience within private equity, asset management, investment management or financial services is highly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and investment professionals.
• Professional fluency in both Dutch and English is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a respected private equity firm in Amsterdam.
• Broad finance role with exposure to investments, funds and corporate activities.
• Direct interaction with senior leadership and investment teams.
• Involvement in strategic projects and transaction-related activities.
• Professional development within a high-performing investment environment.