Senior Financial Controller

The Senior Financial Controller is responsible for assisting the Finance Director in managing the financial operations of SWI, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

Financial Reporting

• Responsible for preparing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial(closing) statements

• Support the creation of management reports and financial analyses

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Contributing to the budgeting process and helping prepare financial forecasts

• Analyse variances between actual results and budgets/forecasts

Accounts Management

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes

• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions

Compliance and Risk Management

• Assist inensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies

• Support risk assessment and management processes

• Identify and address financial risks annually

• Liaise with tax consultants regarding corporate income tax, VAT and import duties

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems

• Contribute to the development of financial controls and procedures

Key Success Criteria   

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Businesss Economics, or Accounting

Work Experience

• At least 4 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in a trading company

Certifications

• Other professional qualifications is a plus

Language Skills

• Proficiency in English and Dutch is required

Knowledge & Experience   

• Understanding of financial markets and (alternative) investment products.

• Knowledge of financial software and ERP systems (Business Central)

• Intrinsic passion for investing and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service to clients.

Skills   

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft office, particularly Excel

• Team Player, but able to work independently

Personal Attributes   

• Adaptability

• Integrity

• Proactivity

• Team Player

• Learning Agility

What we offer you

• A dynamic (international) environment where you can make an impact.

• Responsibility.

• Room for growth and initiative.

• Varied work for multiple stakeholders and in a team with bright and fun colleagues.

• Marketconform in line with your education and work experience.

• 25 vacation days and 8% vacation pay.

• Personal trainer at the office.

• Flexible working hours.

• Working at an innovative and growing organisation.

This is how you apply
Send your CV together with a cover letter to recruitment@scotchwhiskyinternational.com. There are 2 rounds of interviews and after that the offer follows.  We aim to complete this procedure as soon as possible. So please apply quickly!

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The job holder's responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. The job description may be reviewed and updated at any time.