Ajay Bhella

Associate Director

Phone number: +31 20 241 73 68

Email: [email protected]

Associate Director

Ajay is an accomplished Associate Director based in the southern region of the Netherlands, specialising in recruiting Management, Executive, Director, and C-Suite Finance & Accounting professionals. With over 16 years of recruitment experience across Europe, Asia, America, and the UK, he has mastered his expertise in identifying and placing top-tier talent in various industries.

Ajay is certified in several advanced psychometric assessments, enabling him to comprehensively understand and evaluate candidates' behaviours and personality traits:

  • Thomas Trait Emotional Intelligence (TEIQue) Practitioner (Emotion)
  • Thomas General Intelligence Assessment (GIA) Practitioner (Aptitude)
  • Thomas High Potential Trait Indicator (HPTI) Practitioner (Personality)
  • Thomas Personal Profile Analysis (PPA) Practitioner (Behaviour)

He firmly believes in the power of networking and cultivating meaningful personal and professional relationships. His approach centres around client and candidate focus, situational people management and cultural engagement, which enhances his ability to match the right talent with the right opportunities.

Committed to excellence and passionate about connecting people, Ajay continues to make a significant impact in the field of recruitment. If you are looking for a recruitment partner or seeking a new role in Finance or Accounting, please reach out to [email protected]

Ajay’s Interests

Ajay enjoys watching boxing, working out at his home gym, socialising with friends/family and watching Formula 1, being a massive Lewis Hamilton fan.

He also likes spending time outdoors and has recently taken up cooking. His favourite cusinies are Indian and Italian. 

Associate Director
  • Boxing
  • Gym
  • Socialising
  • Formula 1
  • Cooking

Ajay Bhella

Associate Director

Phone number: +31 20 241 73 68

Email: [email protected]

Ajay is an accomplished Associate Director based in the southern region of the Netherlands, specialising in recruiting Management, Executive, Director, and C-Suite Finance & Accounting professionals. With over 16 years of recruitment experience across Europe, Asia, America, and the UK, he has mastered his expertise in identifying and placing top-tier talent in various industries.

Ajay is certified in several advanced psychometric assessments, enabling him to comprehensively understand and evaluate candidates' behaviours and personality traits:

  • Thomas Trait Emotional Intelligence (TEIQue) Practitioner (Emotion)
  • Thomas General Intelligence Assessment (GIA) Practitioner (Aptitude)
  • Thomas High Potential Trait Indicator (HPTI) Practitioner (Personality)
  • Thomas Personal Profile Analysis (PPA) Practitioner (Behaviour)

He firmly believes in the power of networking and cultivating meaningful personal and professional relationships. His approach centres around client and candidate focus, situational people management and cultural engagement, which enhances his ability to match the right talent with the right opportunities.

Committed to excellence and passionate about connecting people, Ajay continues to make a significant impact in the field of recruitment. If you are looking for a recruitment partner or seeking a new role in Finance or Accounting, please reach out to [email protected]

Ajay’s Interests

Ajay enjoys watching boxing, working out at his home gym, socialising with friends/family and watching Formula 1, being a massive Lewis Hamilton fan.

He also likes spending time outdoors and has recently taken up cooking. His favourite cusinies are Indian and Italian. 

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  • Boxing
  • Gym
  • Socialising
  • Formula 1
  • Cooking

Ajay Bhella JOBS

€95,000-€110,000 + package + flexible working
Posted 2 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is working with a market-leading B2B manufacturing business based in the Randstad/The Hague region, experiencing a planned growth phase. Operating from a state-of-the-art facility and boasting annual sales of over $500m across multiple global locations, this organisation looks to bolster the tax team by recruiting an experienced Tax Manager.

You will be rewarded with a competitive benefits package, flexible and hybrid working and job security whilst working for an ever-growing company heavily focused on people.

If you are an experienced Tax Manager or in a related role working in a B2B environment and degree-educated, please contact me for a confidential call to learn more about our client and this fantastic opportunity.

Key Accountabilities:
  • Managing and leading all tax-related activities, including the management of a VAT Specialist
  • The role is a broad tax generalist role, and you will also be in charge of income tax, tax returns and VAT
  • Responsible for Pan-European direct and indirect tax compliance
  • Triangulation and transfer pricing will be a key part of your role
  • Working with one of the Big 4 to ensure tax returns are prepared on time and accurately
  • Assisting with the preparation of income tax provision calculations and reporting requirements under IFRS and US GAAP, including GL Tax Accounts
  • Identify and mitigate tax risk and support day-to-day tax-related matters
  • Manage and coordinate tax audits

Candidate Requirements:
  • An experienced Tax Manager or experienced in a related role, such as Senior Tax Advisor or a Tax Director for a smaller organisation
  • A demonstrable understanding of B2B operations
  • Experienced in tax triangulation and transfer pricing
  • Bachelor\'s or Master’s degree in Tax, Economics, Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is preferred
  • Fluent in English
  • Based in, or willing to commute to, The Hague or Randstad region (Netherlands)

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 based on age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
€120,000 - €130,000 basic salary + package
Posted 2 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is working with a market-leading FMCG/engineering/manufacturing business located in the Randstad/The Hague region, which is experiencing rapid growth.

This growth has been achieved both organically and via acquisitions. Due to this expansion, the company is seeking a Senior Financial Controller with strong experience in accounting and reporting to lead financial activities across multiple European countries. 

The ideal applicant will have a proven track record in financial control specifically accounting and reporting, and possess excellent people leadership skills and professional qualifications either a Bachelor or Masters with an Accounting qualification – RA Chartered, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA etc


Key Accountabilities:
  • The Senior Financial Controller will lead and manage a team of approx. 20 staff within the finance and accounting department with up to four direct reports
  • Lead and manage all finance and accounting activities across multiple European countries - Controlling and reporting
  • Lead and manage all activities related to audits and statutory compliance
  • Ensuring all financial operations operate efficiently, accurately, reliably and on time
  • Manage compliance with local financial regulations and accounting standards
  • Design and implement internal control systems safeguarding and ensuring the integrity of financial data

Requirements:
  • An Expert Senior Financial Controller, Financial Controller, Finance Manager or a related role with experience leading small to medium-sized teams within FMCG or manufacturing
  • You must demonstrate a strong background in accounting & reporting
  • Bachelor\'s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is preferred with an Accounting qualification – RA Chartered, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA etc
  • Excellent IT and written/verbal communication skills – Fluent English is essential
  • Hands-on, proactive and a can-do attitude and experienced in senior stakeholder management
  • Based or willing to commute to The Hague or Randstad region (Netherlands)

The client is offering the following package:
  • €120,000 - €130,000 basic salary + package
  • 25 days vacation leave + public holidays
  • Company bonus of up to 10%
  • Travel and commuting allowance
  • Home working allowance
  • Generous pension contribution
  • Hybrid working pattern

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 based on age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.