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VP Finance | Advertising | NL | Amsterdam

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Leading the following functions within Benelux-Nordics (BENO):Financial Control - Preparation and analysis of financial statements to provide an accurate picture of a business's financial health.FP&A - Provides strategic financial insights through budgeting, forecasting, modelling and performance analysis, turning data into clear “stories” and actionable insights for stakeholders.Client Finance - Provide client and commercial teams with strategic and financial support on client-related and new business initiatives.Operational Excellence - Streamline internal processes and systems to ensure smooth execution of internal projects and client delivery, monitor operational KPIs and escalate concerns to relevant Client/Delivery teamsPart of BENO leadership team, working alongside stakeholders and ensuring they are supported and challenged in assessing performance against financial and data led KPIsResponsible for people management and team development (approx. 18 FTE) including resources in NepalDevelop and implement financial strategies and plans to support the BENO marketProvide accurate and timely financial reports, forecasts, and insights to senior management and stakeholdersCollaborate with regional, client and growth teams to develop financial models and projections for new commercial initiativesMonitor industry trends and competitive landscape to identify opportunities and risks related to the BENO marketLead the financial planning and budgeting process for the BENO market, ensuring alignment with overall company goalsDevelop and maintain strong relationships with external partners to negotiate favourable terms and drive cost efficienciesResponsible for ensuring Group Policy and Procedure is applied in all areas of finance in BENOResponsible for the statutory financial statements and tax compliance of BENO corporate entities to ensure timely filing and quality assuranceResponsible for compliance with the internal control environment/framework set by the GroupAccountable for:All non-billable costs management versus budget and forecastLock-up/WIP/DSO days targets and managementDPO days targets and managementWorking capital management overallCash conversion targetsProvide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional developmentSupport EMEA and global with financial and commercial opportunities and ad hoc projects
Hard skillsLeadership skills in an organisation within a fast paced and ever changing environmentSolid accounting, reporting, analysis skillsAffinity with data, systemsKnowledge of Agency model and commercial agreementsKnowledge of cost drivers and revenue models for marketing agenciesAbility to challenge management on assumptions and be able to apply industry and economic environment knowledge to forecasting
Soft skillsLead team members with a keen interest in developing their skills and maintain a trusting team environmentAbility (and willingness) to handle peaks and down time during the reporting cyclesClear communication skills and ability to explain accounting concepts in an understandable manner to non-accountantsSolid project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast paced environmentConstructive cooperation with other disciplines and non-financials
QualificationsAccounting certification12+ years of working experience with responsibilities covering accounting, reporting, forecasting and planning and client financeExperience with private equity and a buy and build strategy is a plus, as well as experience with project accountingManaging senior stakeholders and presenting information in a clear and concise mannerLeadership skills with a can-do mentality in getting “hands dirty”.Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environmentA strong work ethic, ability to meet deadlinesSolid interpersonal skills with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business partner relationships at all levels of the organisation (international experience is an asset)#1049148

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