Company Description

We are the world’s largest independent energy and commodities trading company. Every day we use our expertise and logistical networks to distribute energy around the world, efficiently and responsibly. From 40 offices worldwide, we seek to add value across the energy supply chain, including deploying our scale and market understanding to help facilitate the energy transition. To date, we have committed over $1 billion of capital to renewable projects, and are identifying and developing low-carbon opportunities around the world.

Our people are our business. Talent is precious to us and we create an environment in which individuals can reach their full potential, unhindered by hierarchy. Our team comprises more than 65 nationalities and we are committed to developing and sustaining a diverse work force.

Job Description

Based in Geneva, as part of a global team, your role as Finance Controller will include the following duties for determined scope of companies including the Netherlands:

• Assisting the Finance Group Co-Controller with the review and monitoring of all key financial movements to ensure correct and complete information is reflected in the Group financial statements.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting in compliance with Dutch GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Analyse financial data and provide key insights to senior management.
• Keeping up with technical accounting principles to ensure that all reporting requirements are met and implemented effectively, implementing new policies and procedures when necessary.
• Analytical review of the balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Manage the entire audit process, including liaising with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all local tax law, statutory requirements, CBS reporting and internal controls.
• Develop, implement, and enforce robust internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and efficiency across the region.
• Assisting in the continuous development and improvement of processes and procedures to ensure the provision of timely and accurate financial information.
• Liaising with other team members in Geneva, Rotterdam, Poland, Romania and internationally when needed. Expect to regularly travel to our Rotterdam office and other locations.
• Assisting in completing ad-hoc reporting and analysis requested by senior management.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Finance Group Co-Controller.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting, control and finance. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., Chartered Accountant or equivalent).
• At least 5 years’ experience in accounting, auditing, controlling or consolidation functions, ideally within a Big 5, consulting firm and/or commodity trading company.
• Strong analytical and Excel modelling skills, and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Dutch GAAP, Dutch tax laws and consolidation process.
• Entrepreneurial drive, good organisation skills, and ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• High level of ownership, results-oriented, proactive, flexible and committed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Full English and Dutch proficiency to communicate in a business context (verbally & in writing).