Finance Manager

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Finance Manager

Inleiding voor vacature

Thank you for checking out our vacancy - we're excited that you want to learn more about Dechra!

Dechra is a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2500 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

Opportunity

We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our teams in Oudewater and Den Bosch. The Finance Manager plays an active role in improving business performance and provides comprehensive financial support to the Country Manager, who holds P&L responsibility for the business across the country. Additionally, the Finance Manager oversees the accounting teams based in Oudewater, 's-Hertogenbosch, and Bladel.

Hoofdverantwoordelijkheid

Main Responsibilities

• Execute financial planning and analysis processes, including forecast and budget cycles, with continuous performance analytics for markets and related areas.
• Lead process development and optimization, particularly in pricing, commissions, rebates, discounts, and similar areas.
• Oversee the month-end closing process for the Netherlands, providing judgment inputs to the Accounting team and approving the release of financial reports.
• Manage the accounting team, ensuring smooth daily and monthly transactional processing.
• Act as a liaison between External Auditors, Tax Advisors, and the Accounting Team to efficiently plan and complete audits, ensuring timely submission of group reports, statutory accounts, and tax returns.
• Collaborate with the payroll clerk to review and approve monthly payroll and address ad hoc payroll queries.
• Provide commercial support and financial advice to the Country Manager, including business case development, pricing strategies, analytics, market KPIs, and operational planning.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including ESG, CSRD, insurance, fleet management, and statistical reporting.

De ideale kandidaat

The Ideal Candidate

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in a business control role or with an audit firm
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business Economics, preferably with a specialization or qualification in Accounting or Controlling
• Has strong leadership skills with a focus on planning and organizing
• Has sound judgment and excellent problem analysis abilities
• Shows a high level of integrity and sensitivity to others
• Collaborative team player with a results-oriented mindset
• Extensive experience in financial analysis, reporting on key ratios, and performance metrics.
• Proven experience working with third-party advisors (audit and tax) and completing Dutch statutory accounts.
• Strong understanding of key financial performance drivers and metrics.
• Proficient in both English and Dutch (spoken and written).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to clearly and persuasively present financial analyses and drive process improvements or changes in business behavior.
• Willingness to travel between Den Bosch and Oudewater on a (bi)weekly basis, with occasional travel across Europe.

Over het bedrijf

Our Offering

• An inclusive and supportive company culture
• Comprehensive facilities to support your work
• A competitive salary, based on your knowledge and experience
• A challenging role with ample room for entrepreneurship
• A good pension plan
• 31 vacation days (based on a 40-hour workweek)
• Job satisfaction within an enthusiastic and warm team
• Attractive fringe benefits, including a travel allowance, pension scheme, health insurance discounts, and staff discounts on our products