Finance Director Belgium and the Netherlands

Adaequatio Services

  • Bruxelles
  • CDI
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 mois
Position: Finance Director Belgium and The Netherlands (m/f)Location: Brussels or AmsterdamContract Type: Permanent – Full-TimeOur client is a fast-evolving international group active in the marketing and communications sector. We are currently seeking a Finance Director to lead and coordinate its financial operations across Belgium and the Netherlands. This appointment comes at a pivotal moment in the organization’s transformation journey, as it consolidates transactional finance through a shared services center and elevates local finance roles to become true strategic business partners.Role PurposeAs Finance Director for the Benelux region, you will work closely with the Managing Directors in both countries as well as the Regional CFO and CEO, taking full responsibility for the financial leadership, business planning, and cross-border coordination of finance activities. Your mission will be to deliver financial insight that enables strategic decision-making, commercial effectiveness, and sustainable growth, while ensuring full compliance with local and group financial policies.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Business Partnering
  • Act as a financial advisor and sparring partner to local Managing Directors.
  • Translate financial data into business insight to support client profitability, cost efficiency, resource allocation, and pricing decisions.
  • Contribute to strategic projects, new business models, and investment evaluations.
  • Help shape country-level business plans and performance targets.
Financial Oversight & Planning
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles across both Belgium and the Netherlands.
  • Oversee monthly closings, cash flow forecasting, and P&L analysis.
  • Produce and present business reviews (monthly flash reports, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets) to group stakeholders.
  • Supervise financial submissions via tools
Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, audit, and legal obligations in both jurisdictions.
  • Act as the key point of contact for external advisors (auditors, tax, legal) and internal stakeholders.
  • Validate intercompany reconciliations, transfer pricing documentation, and audit files.
Cross-Country Collaboration
  • Support the ongoing merger of business units, promoting cross-border alignment.
  • Drive harmonisation of financial processes and performance metrics.
  • Build a “OneTeam” culture within the finance function, balancing group cohesion with local agility.
Team Coordination
  • Coordinate with the Shared Services Center for transactional operations: accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, etc.
  • Lead by influence: this is a high-impact role without direct people management but with substantial collaborative responsibilities across teams.
Your Profile
  • Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles in international and service-based environments.
  • Strong financial controller foundations combined with strategic and commercial acumen.
  • Experience working within matrix organizations and managing cross-country financial operations.
  • Proven ability to challenge assumptions, interpret complex financial data, and provide clear recommendations to business leaders.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP a plus), budgeting tools and accounting software.
  • Fluent in English and French; knowledge of Dutch is an asset.
  • Willingness to travel regularly between Belgium and the Netherlands (2 days/week on each site - Brussels and Amsterdam)
Why Join?This role offers a unique opportunity to:
  • Operate at the intersection of finance and business strategy.
  • Influence performance across two key European markets.
  • Be part of a major transformation program reshaping how finance delivers value.
  • Join a creative and entrepreneurial international group, committed to innovation and long-term growth.
This is a retained, confidential search managed exclusively by Adaequatio Services.For more information or to express your interest, please apply via the dedicated link on www.adaequatioservices.com or contact:Audrey Remacle - Founder & Executive Search Lead – Adaequatio Services📧 audrey.remacle@adaequatioservices.comAll applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.As a registered Executive Search & Selection agency, we prioritize ethics and trust, offering exclusive services to our clients.At Adaequatio Services, we champion diversity and inclusion, ensuring opportunities for everyone regardless of background.Our mission is to create a culture of respect and celebration of unique talents, contributing to a more equitable society through diverse teams.

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