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Are you a hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys both the detail of accounting and the bigger-picture view of performance, processes and controls? At Entrust, you will play a key role in safeguarding the company’s financial health, improving our financial processes and supporting data‑driven decision-making in a dynamic, international environment.

Entrust is an industry leader in identity‑centric security solutions, headquartered in Minnesota and active in more than 150 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture and market both physical and digital solutions that help secure identities, payments and access around the world.

Our real strength is our people: curious, collaborative and committed professionals who are passionate about innovation and about building a safer, more secure world.

You will join the local Finance team in the Netherlands and act as the key point of contact for all accounting, financial reporting and controlling activities. You work closely with local management and the corporate finance organisation, and you will manage one direct report. Together, you ensure reliable figures, strong controls and high‑quality insights for the business.

As Financial Controller, you are responsible for the full financial cycle in the Netherlands entity, from accurate accounting and reporting to planning, analysis and internal control. You combine operational ownership with a proactive, advisory role towards management.

Accounting & Reporting

Own all accounting and financial reporting for the entity.
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and management reports for local management and the corporate office.
Manage all general ledger activity, journal entries and account reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with Dutch GAAP and relevant tax and reporting requirements.
Lead financial audits, tax returns and year‑end reporting processes.

Financial Operations

Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll support.
Manage cash flow, working capital and invoice approvals.
Ensure that financial processes are efficient, well‑documented and well‑controlled.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial planning.
Analyse financial data, track key performance indicators and explain variances.
Prepare clear financial reports and presentations for stakeholders.
Support SaaS revenue reporting and related analyses.

Data, Systems & Reporting

Build and maintain hands‑on reports and analyses in Excel and Power BI.
Support the transition of legacy ERP systems to NetSuite; contribute to process design, testing and implementation.

Risk Management & Internal Control

Evaluate, maintain and improve internal controls across all finance processes.
Ensure compliance with all relevant financial, tax and regulatory requirements.

Leadership

Manage, coach and develop one direct report.
Act as a sparring partner for management, combining a pragmatic mindset with a strong sense of ownership.

Basic Qualifications

• BSc or MSc degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting‑related experience.
• Solid knowledge of general ledger accounting, budgeting, forecasting, accounting standards and compliance regulations.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Professional proficiency in Excel; experience with Power BI is a plus.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; Dutch is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Dutch GAAP and Dutch tax regulations; US GAAP is a plus.
• Empathy and a genuine desire to support and collaborate with others.
• Pragmatic problem‑solving skills and critical thinking ability.
• Sense of urgency and the ability to prioritise based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a (Financial) Controller or similar role in a B2B environment.
• Experience with ERP transitions; knowledge of Twinfield and/or NetSuite is preferred.
• Familiarity with an IT/SaaS environment and related revenue models.

What you can expect

Career growth
We are invested in your development. You will work in an environment with learning‑forward initiatives, exposure to international stakeholders and plenty of opportunities to broaden your scope.
Flexibility
We understand the importance of balance. Depending on the role and business needs, we offer flexible working arrangements (remote, hybrid or on‑site).
Collaboration & Culture
Your voice matters. We work in cross‑functional teams, share ideas and challenge each other to build better solutions. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion and respect – from unconscious bias training for leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues around the world.

Sluit jouw profiel aan? Solliciteer dan direct via de onderstaande knop of neem voor meer informatie contact op met Moos Azadmanesh (Business Manager) via moos@ifgsearch.nl of 06-41397874.