Senior Business Controller

(Sr.) Professional Job Netherlands, Delft Corporate Functions Netherlands

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well rounded Senior business controller who wants to create impact by providing strategic financial advice to senior management. Do you want to join a fun, diverse and dynamic team and use your knowledge and skills for Exact, tell us your story!


This = the job you are looking for

As Business Control team we provide strategic financial advice on current and future performance and support senior management in steering the business to achieve our long-term strategy. In this role you will be working closely with the business and be a sparring partner with focus on the companies we acquire (portfolio companies). You will report to the Director Business Control and be part of a team of 10 controllers. 

Your focus in the job will be on: 

  • Full ownership of strategic and financial planning, analyzing/reporting and (KPI) steering with regard to the portfolio companies 
  • Sparring partner at MT level at the portfolio companies, balancing your challenger role with strategic and financial business support 
  • Participate in execution of M&A projects and review business cases, valuation, due diligence 


This = what you bring

  • A smart and eager professional with an academic background, preferably MSc in Business Administration or Finance related 
  • 7-10 years relevant working experience in a Business Control role in a fast paced organization or within transaction services/advisory of a Big 4 (TMT) in a managerial role
  • Used to a data driven environment with professional Excel skills and comfortable with using PowerBI tools
  • Experienced in development of presentations for senior management on strategic and financial topics and with presenting and leading discussions
  • Analytical, result driven, well-organized and being able to switch between details and the bigger picture at the same time
  • A strong personality and communication skills combining social skills with persuasiveness and a truly team player and ready to have lots of fun
  • Experience in a Telecom or Technology (software) organization and M&A is an advantage 
  • English and Dutch at professional working level is required

This = what you get

The balance between work and relaxation is very important to us. So you can work up a sweat in our own gym or take a break at the coffee bar. Empty your head and then tackle your daily tasks with renewed energy. And, of course, that's not all. As Senior business controller, based on 40 hours per week, you can also count on:

  • A competitive salary package, incl. a bonus, company car and 13th month.
  • An international and hybrid working environment, with the flexibility to work from home or any of our offices
  • 27 holidays, 3 Giving back days to do voluntary work during working hours and up to 5 loyalty days. 
  • Compensation for travelling or for working from home. 
  • Your personal "my development journey"; useful training sessions, the possibility to get certifications and stay up to date via LinkedIn Learning. 
  • A compensation to set up your workplace at home. 
  • Friday afternoon drinks at our bar Bits & Bytes.
  • The role is a perfect stepping-stone for further development.

This = why you shouldn’t wait

If it feels good, don't hesitate. So let us know before 20 December 2024 why you are our new Senior Business Controller. If you have any questions about the position and/or the application procedure, will be happy to answer them via e-mail asuncion.caparros@exact.com or by phone: 0630101243

This = our application procedure

If we have enough in common, there will first be a meeting via Teams to get acquainted with our Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner. The second step is an interview with the Director of Control and other senior representative and another interview with senior management for which you will be working. A test will be part of the selection process. The selection procedure will take up around 2 weeks since we would be delighted to welcome you in the team in February 2025

About Exact

Exact develops cloud software for small and medium-sized companies and their accountants. The products automate business processes in areas such as Finance and HR and provide specific ERP solutions for wholesale distribution, manufacturing, projects and construction. This saves time and provides insight. It enables customers to work efficiently, make informed decisions and continue growing. More than 675,000 companies primarily in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany already rely on Exact's software.

Exact was founded in 1984 in Delft, the Netherlands, which is still the location of our head office. Every day, more than 2,000 ambitious professionals work on innovation. Driving responsible business, with respect for each other, the environment and society is central to this. For more information, visit www.exact.com.

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