Key Skills

Job Description

Country Netherlands (Country level) Division DHL Global Forwarding Business Unit DHL Global Forwarding (Netherlands) Department Finance Location Hoofsdoorp The Finance Manager reports directly to the Finance Accounting manager. Role Purpose Manage and owns day-to-day PtP, RtR and IC processes Manage the preparation of monthly financial statements (CREST reporting) as result of standardized Month-end-close procedures, in line with internal and external accounting principles, policies, and DHL standards & guidelines Manages intercompany receivables and payables in a efficient and cost-effective manner, and in line with internal and external policies and standards, in order to optimize the networking capital and minimize provisions for the business. Manages PtP payables in in line with internal and external policies and standards, in order to optimize the net working capital and minimize provisions for the business. Manages Balance sheet reconciliations Ensure achievement of PtP and RTR/IC process KPI’s Maintain efficient relation with Global Service center TMS-lead for finance related CW1 topics Gate keeper for Internal control system (ICS/ICON) Finance lead for supplier live cycle management Key Responsibilities Administration and reporting Ensure compliance to the GOM (Global Operating Model) and reports any deviations detected. Obtains and maintains a thourough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure. Ensure global internal control framework in the area of scope is implemented and followed. Responsible, in conjunction with the PtP, RTR, and IC specialists, for reviewing the process performance reports and provides feedback to service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure business requirements are being met and the process is continued to be improved. Projects and implementation Leads projects and change management to implement process improvements in scope. Realizing and coordinating activities. Interfaces with regional/global process owner and services providers regarding process optimization Interfaces with GSC management regarding outsourced activities. Liaison for internal and external auditors and local banks and regulatory entities, act as signatory of the company. Coordinates the annual independent audit including preparing financial statements which are audited. Active supporting on B/S budget and forecasting process. Ensures, in conjunction with Lease coordinator, correctness of LEAP reporting Management department. Provides leadership and coaching to their direct reports and develops yearly departmental goals and tracks to Cross-functional communications and engagement Sponsorship for the team and its activities, as well as the service provider’s activities. Escalations – Authorization of escalated decisions and process/control exceptions, escalation point for PtP & RTR management, supplier escalation. Approval authorization of: journals, reconciliations (bank accounts, B/S accounts), corporate credit card requests, new CoA requests, budget and forecast provisions for IC. TMS lead Responsible for setup & maintenance of CW1 for all finance related processes within CW1 FPOC for all finance related CW1 queries/issues Qualifications & Skill University degree in Finance or equivalent plus approx. 5 years of experience in relates field. Proven hand-on experience in used accounting system Knowledge of accounting standards, statutory, regulatory and legal requirements. High degree of conceptual and analytical skills Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) fluent in English Project management skills Strong coaching and people development skills Effective problem evaluation and solution Fluent in Dutch and English Compensation 4800-6000 EUR monthly gross salary (based on experience)

Core Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day procure-to-pay, record-to-report, and intercompany processes, including monthly financial statements, reconciliations, internal controls, and process performance. Lead finance-related projects and service-provider coordination, support audits and budgeting, and coach the finance team.

Requirements

Requires a university degree in finance or equivalent and approximately five years of relevant experience, along with hands-on experience using accounting systems and knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Candidates should have strong analytical, communication, project management, coaching, and problem-solving skills, and be fluent in Dutch and English.