Interim Business Controller

Michael Page; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Business Controller to provide immediate support after the departure of a key team member. The role focuses on financial steering, budgeting, forecasting, and partnering with management to influence strategic decisions during a period of change and growth.

You will work with the CFO/COO and the Finance & Controlling team to deliver reliable reporting, profitability analysis, and data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Business Controller or senior business partner.
• Experience within IT, cloud, managed services, or technology sector preferred.
• Ability to operate independently in a changing business environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial and operational data and translate findings into recommendations for management.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders and support strategic decisions.
• Support Sales Management with performance analysis, profitability monitoring, forecasting, and insights.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial plans; monitor performance against objectives.
• Review monthly results, management reports, and financial performance with stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, and BI.
• Contribute to development of management information, BI, and data-driven decision-making.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving efficiency and supporting growth.

Skills

Fluent Dutch

English proficient

Strong analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Power BI

AFAS

ServiceNow (nice-to-have)

Job description

The OpportunityAn experienced Interim Senior Business Controller is sought to provide immediate support following the unexpected departure of a key team member. With the current Business Controller leaving on 1 January, the organization requires an immediately available professional who can ensure continuity while a permanent replacement is being recruited. The business is currently navigating a period of change and renewed growth ambitions, making this an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused controller who enjoys working closely with management and influencing business decisions. This role sits at the heart of the organization, providing valuable financial and commercial insights that help drive performance, profitability, and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager Finance & Controlling, you will play a critical role in the financial steering of the organization by:

• Analysing financial and operational data and translating findings into clear recommendations for management, particularly within the IT and Sales functions.
• Acting as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders and proactively supporting strategic and operational decision-making.
• Supporting Sales Management with performance analysis, profitability monitoring, forecasting, and commercial insights.
• Preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, while monitoring performance against business objectives.
• Reviewing monthly results, management reports, and financial performance with key stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, and business performance.
• Contributing to the further development of management information, business intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.
• Participating in projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and supporting future business growth.

Stakeholder Environment

The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO, COO, Sales Director, Financial Controller, Data Analyst, and the Head of Accounting & Control, acting as a key sparring partner across the business.

Team

You will join a Finance & Controlling team consisting of two Controllers, three Financial Administrators, three Billing Specialists, and a Manager Finance & Controlling. The team is responsible for delivering reliable reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial support across the full order-to-cash and procure-to-pay cycle. Drive growth and profitability in a PE-backed tech business. Partner directly with senior leadership on strategic decisions.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a senior professional who combines strong analytical capabilities with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Business Controller, preferably in a senior business-partnering role.
• Previous experience within the IT, cloud, managed services, or technology sector is highly preferred.
• Ability to operate independently and confidently in a changing business environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of profitability drivers.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities.
• Experience with Power BI and AFAS; knowledge of ServiceNow is considered beneficial.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent Dutch is required; English proficiency is essential.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

Our client is a leading Dutch provider of secure managed cloud, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure solutions. The organization supports government institutions, municipalities, financial services companies, and other organizations with high security and compliance requirements by designing, building, and managing mission-critical cloud environments and platforms. Backed by Private Equity, the company operates in a dynamic and evolving market and is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Assignment Details

• Interim assignment of approximately 3 months.
• Immediate start preferred.
• 32-40 hours per week.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Stand-alone position with no direct people management responsibilities.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on a business undergoing transformation, improvement, and growth.