Finance Leadership

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Hiring talent at the senior end of the market requires a committed approach of championing a business’ culture and specific needs. Our confidentiality, efficiency, integrity, and people-first focus have helped us successfully support clients and candidates with Finance Leadership jobs in Switzerland, the Netherlands, the Nordics, and the wider EMEA region.

Our knowledge of the Finance & Accounting discipline and experience of working with world-leading organisations enables us to provide a consultative service to companies that are hiring into their leadership teams and leaders looking for their next challenge.

Our dedicated Consultants have consistently set an example of excellence at EMEA Recruitment, having placed CFO jobs, Finance Director jobs, Heads of Accounting and Group Controller jobs (to name a few) at some of the largest and most well-known businesses in Europe.

Through our strong connections with senior Finance leaders, we have hosted events in partnership with Microsoft, Heineken, Philips, and Netflix, as well as welcoming experts from ING and Kraft Heinz to our Executive Interviews series.

Our approach

When working with clients on their Finance Leadership positions, we utilise the following methods:

  • Market intelligence: We ensure that you remain competitive in the market and provide you with targeted insights.
  • Inclusive linguistics: We edit all job advertisements from an Equity, Diversity & Inclusion perspective, ensuring all language is gender neutral and does not discriminate against any candidate.
  • Promoted advertising: We can promote your role on LinkedIn, our website and with our unique visual adverts, ensuring confidentiality of your brand.
  • Search and selection: Our search and selection process is based on market insights. Many of our candidates also refer and recommend us based on their positive experiences.
  • Candidate dossiers: We provide you with detailed dossiers of each candidate we have selected, focusing on their motivations, suitability, and key achievements.
  • EMEA Live: The EMEA Live platform creates video interviews with shortlisted candidates, which can improve the efficiency and speed of your process.
  • Executive Interviews: Our Executive Interviews series features top Finance leaders from across our network, who share their career and life advice with our Consultants.
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We can’t be matched by other agencies in the strong relationships we have with Finance leaders.

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Our recruitment specialisms

  • CFO
  • Finance Director
  • Finance Manager
  • FP&A Director
  • Head of Accounting
  • Group Controller
  • Financial Controller
  • Tax Director
  • Tax Manager
  • Treasurer

 

CONTACT US

For all queries you can reach us on email: [email protected]
Alternatively, you can contact one of our offices in the following locations:

Finance Leadership jobs

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€80,000-90,000 + 8% holiday pay + bonus (up to 10%)
Posted 4 weeks ago

Are you an experienced International Accounting Manager with a background in managing global accounting functions? This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing, tech-driven company, offering a dynamic environment where you can have a significant impact.

Our client, a leading player in the logistics industry, is expanding its operations and looking for an International Accounting Manager to join their team in Amsterdam. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the Accounting function for the European region. The business HQ is in the US.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take full ownership of the accounting department for Europe, managing AP/AR, general ledger, and financial reporting
  • Prepare and present, financial statements with US and Dutch GAAP or IFRS
  • Gain an in-depth understanding of customer contracts and manage the supplier contract lifecycle
  • Work closely with local accounting firms for regulatory reporting and oversee the external audit processes
  • Manage international payroll (alongside HR) and tax reporting
  • Lead a small, yet high-performing accounting team,
  • Present key financial insights to CFO/ VP Finance and senior team
  • Develop strategies for cash forecasting and management
 
Ideal Profile:
  • Business level fluency in both English and Dutch
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5 years + of experience in international accounting
  • CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent qualification
  • Strong ERP systems, experience in NetSuite a plus
  • Strong knowledge of US and Dutch GAAP and IFRS
  • Experience within the logistics industry is preferred

EMEA Recruitment is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing searches on skills and experience, and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Our client values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds to ensure an inclusive and equitable recruitment process.

Competitive salary
Posted a month ago

EMEA Recruitment is excited to work with a multinational industry-leading services business as they search for a Head of Finance to lead their accounting and controlling teams. 

Reporting to the General Manager and functionally to the Group Finance Director, you will lead a team responsible for managing financial performance, compliance, and process improvements.

This role involves overseeing accounting, controlling, and treasury operations while driving financial reporting, budgeting, and process optimisation to support decision-making.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Finance:

  • Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate monthly and annual financial closings
  • Responsible for both local and international compliance of accounting standards
  • Manage treasury operations, ensuring a constant oversight of cash flow and maintaining a strong relationship with banking
  • Continuous relationship building with external advisors to manage tax declarations
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes, including variance analysis
  • Monitor and manage balance sheet performance frequently.
  • Manage financial processes, ensuring compliance and aligning with group standards throughout
  • Review and execution of integrating new entities into the current financial systems and processes

Profile Sought:
  • Education: Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management Control
  • Experience: 7-10 years in Finance, Accounting, or Controlling, with international exposure preferred
  • Skills: Expertise in financial analysis, accounting standards (Dutch GAAP and IFRS), and ERP systems. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Fluency in English and Dutch languages

Personal Attributes:
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Detail-oriented, organised, and proactive
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
 

Competitive salary + benefits
Posted a month ago

We are delighted to be recruiting an APAC Regional Finance Lead for a dynamic TMT company, reporting directly to and acting as business partner to C-level leadership.

This role is integral in ensuring the financial integrity, strategic insights, and smooth transformation processes for the region, post-merger integration, and Finance transformation.

Your key responsibilities as APAC Regional Finance Lead will include, but are not limited to:

  • Leading and managing the regional Finance team, providing direction and fostering a culture of high performance
  • Offering strategic insights and financial recommendations to the CTO and CFO to drive the company\'s vision and transformation objectives
  • Ensuring transparency in financial operations by properly managing revenues, costs, pricing, and volume effects across the region
  • Aligning demand management across multi-year plans and ensuring financial targets are met in line with company objectives
  • Supporting cash collection processes and handling credit note management
  • Acting as a commercial partner to regional customers, providing financial expertise and advice
  • Driving process improvements, ensuring the implementation of best practices for financial management across the region

Key requirements:

  • A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced certifications such as CPA, CFA, or a master\'s degree preferred)
  • Proven experience in financial management within a senior leadership role, with a focus on the IT sector and complex financial environments
  • Strong track record of managing large-scale budgets, driving cost-saving initiatives, and maintaining financial transparency
  • Experience in Finance transformation and post-merger integration initiatives
  • Excellent collaboration skills with senior leadership teams and clients to ensure alignment of financial strategies with business objectives
  • Advanced proficiency with financial software systems, particularly SAP, and a strong understanding of regional financial regulations

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving financial excellence and transformation, we would love to hear from you.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

300 000 PLN (gross) + benefits
Posted a month ago

EMEA Recruitment is working with an international company that provides cleaning & environmental solutions. Our client is looking for an FP&A Lead to join its Kraków-based FP&A team.

Responsibilities of the FP&A Lead:

  • Prepare and present the Monthly Business Review to the Global EVP, specifically for the Europe Division
  • Oversee the monthly performance management cycle, including business forecasting, actual performance analysis, and reporting for Europe
  • Liaise with divisions, business partners, the Supply Chain, market representatives and US headquarters on various business issues
  • Aid Senior Leadership in strategic review meetings, business planning, and monthly financial assessments
  • Design and improve management reports to enhance business decision-making. Serve as the go-to expert for systems and management reporting for European finance stakeholders, advancing standardization and automation efforts

Candidate Requirements:
  • Over 5 years of relevant experience in planning, forecasting, controlling and financial management reporting within a multi-national company
  • University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management
  • Strong skills in Excel modeling
  • Experience Hyperion Planning/EPM or similar tools is an asset
  • Proficiency in English with strong communication skills is essential

Benefits: 
  • Stock Purchase Program
  • Private medical care for you and your family
  • Life insurance
  • Attractive remuneration based on your experience and skills 
  • Lunch subsidy
  • Other financial benefits, such as an annual and Christmas bonus
  • Onsite training allowing you to learn, grow and shape your career
  • Social events such as family events and charity auctions
  • Comfortable working environment (library, relaxation area, casual dress code)

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Competitive salary + benefits + hybrid working
Posted 2 months ago

We are excited to recruit a Group Controller to lead and oversee the global financial operations of a dynamic FMCG company in Amsterdam. 

Reporting directly to the CFO, this leadership role is pivotal in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and transparency in financial reporting, accounting, forecasting and payroll, while driving strategic insights to enhance business performance. 

Your duties as Group Controller will include, but not be limited to: 

  • Managing financial control processes, including analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Overseeing the preparation of consolidated financial reports 
  • Leading the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans
  • Evaluating budget performance and providing actionable recommendations to leadership
  • Supervising payroll operations across European entities, ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Establishing and maintaining robust internal controls (SOX) 
  • Ensuring compliance with tax laws and reporting requirements
  • Stakeholder management - working with the business, e.g. senior leadership team, external auditors 
  • People management - guide and develop Finance and Payroll teams to enhance capabilities
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline - master’s degree preferred
  • CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent certification 
  • At least 5+ years in a similar senior Finance role, ideally in a multi-national setting
  • Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS, compliance standards, and financial reporting
  • Advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience developing teams
  • Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

c.145,000 CHF + Bonus
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Posted 2 months ago

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to lead consolidation and reporting processes at a global organization.

This Head of Group Consolidation & reporting role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance across international operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage the consolidation of financial statements

  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and lead external audits

  • Develop internal controls and manage global reporting systems

  • Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions

  • Lead projects to improve reporting efficiency and profitability


Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/ACCA preferred)

  • 5+ years in financial consolidation and reporting, with leadership experience

  • Strong knowledge of IFRS, CCH Tagetik, and ERP systems (e.g., IFS)

  • Excellent analytical and communication skills


Why Should You Apply?

  • Take on a high-impact role with global responsibilities

  • Join a team of dedicated and innovative professionals

  • Drive financial strategies in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization


EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.