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As a Pricing Specialist, your role will include:

• Strategic influence: Provide pivotal Pricing recommendations, ensuring global consistency and profitability aligned with the business objectives
• Collaborative partnership: Work closely with regional Commercial teams and various departments to understand market dynamics, negotiate prices, and manage financial strategies for the Ingredients business
• Analytical excellence: Conduct Pricing activities, develop financial models, and respond to raw material and manufacturing cost fluctuations to safeguard margins and business success
• Innovative improvement: Champion the enhancement of Pricing guidelines and processes, ensuring high data quality and the development of regional Pricing concepts

You will need:

• A bachelor\'s or master\'s degree in Finance, Economics, or similar
• Prior experience in B2B Pricing or Commercial Finance - F&F industry knowledge is a plus
• Cross-cultural expertise and excellent problem-solving skills
• A service and goal-oriented approach, with strong project management skills
• Fluency in English - additional languages are a bonus
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Our client in the life sciences sector is actively seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to bolster its global FP&A team.

Embedded in a culture that celebrates focus, accountability, and dedication, this role offers the chance to work in a customer-centric and multi-cultural setting, interact with strategic leaders, and progress in an international organisation.

The main responsibilities of the Financial Analyst - Cost Accounting are:

• Cost management excellence: Drive the budgeting and forecasting cycles with a sharp eye on cost control, collaborating with managers to produce detailed plans that reinforce fiscal discipline and operational growth

• Analytical vigilance: Perform in-depth monthly variance analysis, focusing on cost deviations, and furnish executive management with insightful presentations that unravel financial trends and operational cost drivers

• Margin analysis and optimisation: Work closely with business partners to dissect and optimise margins, delivering variance analysis from revenue through to manufacturing and operational expenditures, ensuring alignment with profitability targets

• Strategic cost control support: Empower business partners with financial strategies aimed at reinforcing cost efficiency across product lines, services, and long-term financial planning, assisting with margin expansion and productivity initiatives

• Process improvement and reporting: Elevate the FP&A function by enhancing reporting mechanisms, responding to business queries with accuracy, and driving process optimisation initiatives within the financial domain

Candidate profile:

• Educational foundation: A master\'s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline - Accounting qualification preferred

• Professional experience: Good level of experience in Accounting or FP&A, with experience in Manufacturing Cost Accounting, preferably with exposure to a LEAN environment

• Analytical skills: Robust analytical and problem-solving competencies, complemented by a high degree of precision

• Regulatory proficiency: Well-versed in US GAAP and/or IFRS with the capacity to demystify complex principles for diverse stakeholders

• Technical mastery: Exceptional abilities in MS Excel, SAP, and familiarity with Accounting or planning software are critical - Power BI knowledge is advantageous

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the joint venture\'s goals and objectives
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including capital allocation, staffing requirements, and target financial returns
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with international accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage cashflow, liquidity, and working capital to optimise financial resources and assist with operational needs
• Implement robust internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance procedures to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Develop annual board wheel and ensure it\'s adhered to and in line with regulatory requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field - master\'s degree or professional certification (e.g. CPA, CFA) is preferred
• 7+ years as a Finance Manager or similar leadership role in a multi-national setting, preferably in joint venture or international investment environments
• Strong understanding of international accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory frameworks
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a proactive attitude
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Fluent English – Arabic would be an advantage, but not essential

Our client, an established international leader in the production industry, is currently seeking a Group Consolidation and Reporting Lead.

The company operates responsible business practices to provide efficient and reliable solutions to its global network.

As part of the current business transformation, we are currently recruiting a Group Consolidation and Reporting Lead to join its Group Finance function.

You\'ll work in an international team of driven and high-performing professionals. 

This is a unique opportunity to join a global group at a pivotal period of change and to add tangible value.

The ideal candidate will have five-plus years’ experience in a similar position, strong IFRS experience, and a hands-on approach to their work.  
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Your responsibilities will include, although will not be limited to:

• Overseeing the consolidation process and preparing statutory annual reports based on IFRS
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly reporting on hedging activities for the group
• Analysing the balance sheet and profit and loss movements regarding hedge positions
• Keeping up to date with IFRS reporting and ESG disclosure developments
• Stakeholder management working with local Finance Managers and Corporate Accounting, acting as a key contact for external auditors
• Driving process improvement initiatives to ensure best practice
• Supporting ad-hoc activities, reporting and projects within the Finance function

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Registered/Chartered Accountant
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience
• Strong IFRS knowledge and experience working with Dutch GAAP
• Fluent in English
• A keen eye for detail with good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to effectively communicate at all levels of the organisation
• High level of honesty, integrity, commitment and responsibility

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

EMEA Recruitment are currently looking for a FP&A Controller to join our client who operates in the healthcare sector in the Utrecht area.

As an FP&A Controller, you will be responsible for a critical part of the planning and control cycle for the business, as well as ensuring control and accountability for the business.

For the successful FP& A Controller, you will join an international team, receive an attractive salary, excellent benefits and a clear path for progression.

Responsibilities of the FP&A Controller include:

• Creating and owning budgeting and forecasting
• Focusing on control and accountability for the company
• Developing and analysing management reports
• Overseeing cost control and analysing management reports for improvement opportunities
• Working with the Data Analytics team to automate reports and create dashboards
• Assisting with business cases, tenders, and acquisitions

Requirements:

• A completed and relevant Finance/Economics education
• Minimum 1-3 years in a commercial organization
• You are driven, proactive and like to take responsibility
• Ability to present to senior stakeholders
• Fluent in Dutch and English language

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.