VP Financial Systems

The organisation

For one of our clients, an internationally renowned organization, leading in the field it operates and has over 33.000 employees worldwide, we are presently looking for a Finance Systems Executive. This position will have responsibility for all financial systems in all countries in which the client operates and will play a pivotal role in moving the organization forwards. Within this matrix organization, the executive will be the sparring partner for local CFO’s and lead a team of approximately 35 people based in multiple locations.

He or she will have accountability for the strategy and alignment of all financial systems, group wide, and be in charge of the global roll-out of ERP implementations. Crucial in this position is becoming the bridge between Finance and IT in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

The position will be based in the Amsterdam area.

The candidate

• Minimum of an academic degree in the field of accounting, finance or business administration. Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, and ICAEW are preferable.
• At least 12 years of experience in several financial roles, out of which 5 years gained in international environments at stock listed organization(s).
• Verifiable experience in rolling out corporate accounting standards and in implementing ERP systems in a multi-national group, with thorough experience in managing the processes and politics associated with such assignments.
• Gained experience combining a managerial finance position with a substantial IT scope and accountability over a period of at least 3 years.
• Demonstrated leaderships skills combined with excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Feels comfortable leading and working with different cultures and is strong in bringing across an opinion and can persuade sparring partners, superiors and  subordinates with ease.

Interested?

If you match the aforementioned criteria and are interested in a demanding financial position in an internationally oriented organization please apply using the link below.

References and diploma checks are standard part of the procedure; background checks and pre-employment screening may also be part of the procedure. For more information please contact Anisha Wai or Kai Carbaat at +31206971410.