Michelle Ewing

Client Development Director

Phone number: +46 855 122 834

Email: [email protected]

Client Development Director

As Client Development Director at EMEA Recruitment and member of the board, Michelle supports our recruitment teams across our core markets. She led our operations in the Netherlands to great success up until the end of 2023 before changing her focus towards the Nordic region particularly in the interim market within the Finance sector.

With more than 19 years’ experience in recruitment and over ten with EMEA, Michelle has built a widespread network spanning multiple specialisms and sectors.

By adopting a hands-on approach and as an active listener, Michelle offers a consultative approach through honesty and transparency and ultimately enables the best recruitment journey for all parties involved.

With extensive experience, Michelle is very knowledgeable about the recruitment sector and can easily navigate the rocky waters of recruitment smoothly with a smile.

As a member of the board, Michelle manages our Recruitment Consultants, guides our business operations, and consistently provides support and development opportunities to all employees. 

Interests

Michelle enjoys receiving spa treatments, dining out, listening to live music, attending festivals, modern art, and travelling.

She aspires to travel more regularly and immerse herself in different cultures.

 

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Michelle Ewing

Michelle Ewing

Client Development Director

Phone number: +46 855 122 834

Email: [email protected]

As Client Development Director at EMEA Recruitment and member of the board, Michelle supports our recruitment teams across our core markets. She led our operations in the Netherlands to great success up until the end of 2023 before changing her focus towards the Nordic region particularly in the interim market within the Finance sector.

With more than 19 years’ experience in recruitment and over ten with EMEA, Michelle has built a widespread network spanning multiple specialisms and sectors.

By adopting a hands-on approach and as an active listener, Michelle offers a consultative approach through honesty and transparency and ultimately enables the best recruitment journey for all parties involved.

With extensive experience, Michelle is very knowledgeable about the recruitment sector and can easily navigate the rocky waters of recruitment smoothly with a smile.

As a member of the board, Michelle manages our Recruitment Consultants, guides our business operations, and consistently provides support and development opportunities to all employees. 

Interests

Michelle enjoys receiving spa treatments, dining out, listening to live music, attending festivals, modern art, and travelling.

She aspires to travel more regularly and immerse herself in different cultures.

 

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  • SpaSpa Resorts
  • Dining OutDining Out
  • Live MusicLive Music & Festivals
  • TravellingTravelling

Michelle Ewing

Clients

Testimonial

Michelle is hands down the best Recruitment Professional I've ever worked with! I've always felt fully prepared at any stage of the process, going in with realistic expectations. After each interview, I knew she was working behind the scenes to get the best deal possible for myself and all parties included.

She is also a great pleasure to talk to anytime - I can only recommend Michelle & EMEA Recruitment to job-seekers and employers alike!

Marcell Marinov, Europe Logistics Senior Finance Manager at Ecolab

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Latest Insights from Michelle

Country Director Promotion in EMEA's Netherlands Team

Country Director Promotion in EMEA's Netherlands Team

EMEA Recruitment are delighted to announce that Michelle Ewing has been promoted to Country Director for the Netherlands. Above, Michelle is pictured being congratulated by our Managing Director, Richard Bailey and our founder and co-owner, Paul Toms

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EMEA Recruitment Welcomes Michelle Ewing to the Board of Directors

EMEA Recruitment Welcomes Michelle Ewing to the Board of Directors

It is with great pleasure that we welcome our Netherlands Country Director, Michelle Ewing, to the board of EMEA Recruitment as she becomes a shareholder and owner. We are proud to welcome another female board member to EMEA Recruitment, at a time

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Michelle Ewing JOBS

Competitive salary
Posted 2 weeks ago
EMEA Recruitment is working with a transforming manufacturing business in its search for a Plant Controller to be based on site 25% of the month in Seewis and 75% at Head office in Schaffhausen.

Joining this innovative business, you’ll work in a standalone role on site liaising with head office.

The successful applicant will have strong experience in Plant Controlling within manufacturing, speak fluent German, and be able to work in a fluid and fast-paced environment.

Duties of the Plant Controller will include:
  • Manage product cost accounting, standard cost accounting
  • Maintain and build strong working relationship across all departments
  • Prepare and provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
  • Review and implement new processes within Controlling
  • Ensure compliance standards are adhered to
Essential requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting
  • Minimum of 4 years working in manufacturing within Plant Controlling
  • Fluent in German and English
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent knowledge of SAP
  • Strong Excel skills
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.
competitive
Posted 2 weeks ago
Are you looking for an internal audit role where you can lead end-to-end audits with impact? We’re recruiting for a global company that needs hands-on, proactive auditors to take ownership of key projects.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working across all aspects of audit, but with a particular focus on operational audits, this could be the perfect next step for you!

Your responsibilities as a Lead Internal Auditor:
 
  • Leading end-to-end internal audit projects, with a strong focus on operational processes,
  • Identifying risks, uncovering process gaps, and providing practical recommendations that drive real improvements
  • Partnering with teams across the business to strengthen controls and enhance efficiency
  • Supporting management with insights and solutions that go beyond compliance to create real value

What We’re Looking For:
 
  • 10 years of internal audit experience, with exposure to operational audits in a manufacturing environment
  • A curious mindset and strong analytical skills – you enjoy digging into processes and figuring out how to make them better
  • Experience leading independent audits from start to finish, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders
  • Great communication skills – you can explain complex issues clearly and build strong working relationships
  • Degree level qualifications in a related subject, additional qualifications such as CIA, CISA or CPA would be advantageous
  • Fluency in English is essential, additional languages would be beneficial

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, drive meaningful change, and work in an international environment, we'd love to hear from you!

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful. To be assured of a response, please apply via emearecruitment.com
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.
 
Competitive salary
Posted 4 weeks ago
My client, a leading manufacturing business, is seeking an experienced Production & Manufacturing Controller to join their fast growing business.

As the Production & Manufacturing Controller, you'll be responsible for reviewing all current processes on site and implementing new ideas, working alongside the management team on growth plans for the business. 

Task include:
  • Build and maintain detailed analyses in the monthly gross margin and COGS analysis
  • Identify areas in the production process that need improvement, applying a deep understanding of the end-to-end manufacturing cycle - experience with SAP is preferred for optimizing gross margin and COGS reporting
  • Leverage an understanding of Accounting processes to ensure accurate and reliable analysis of gross margin and COGS data
  • Analysis and extraction of key data from SAP to generate actionable insights, enabling effective decision-making
  • Integrate GM/COGS analysis into monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and planning processes
  • Perform cost control analysis within Operations and Supply Chain functions, providing actionable recommendations to improve cost efficiency
Essential requirements:
  • Degree educated within Finance/Accounting
  • Experience working within manufacturing or production
  • Fluent in German, English or French
  • Excellent costing knowledge 
  • Strong SAP and Excel knowledge
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.
Competitive package
Posted yesterday

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-focused Analyst Manager to join our client’s dynamic team. This role will play a crucial part in enhancing our processes, reporting, and modelling efforts while driving automation initiatives.
 
- Be part of a complex and evolving business landscape.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping our reporting and automation strategies.
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on excellence and innovation.
 
The role will be a key hire for a fast paced, driven and highly visible finance team.  You will also act as a sparring partner to the FP&A Director and CFO.
 
In what is a broad and varied brief, key value adding responsibilities are to include
- Develop and maintain robust reporting processes and models in Excel.
- Analyse financial data with a data/process-driven approach to inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effectiveness in reporting.
- Transition towards increased automation in weekly and monthly reporting tasks.
- Engage in hands-on analysis and be a business partner on strategic projects with the management team.
- Contribute to the identification of process improvements and efficiency gains.
- Additional big projects involvement, for example M&A and integration with recently acquired companies.
 
In order to fulfil the responsibilities in the brief, it is envisaged the candidate should have the following skill set & experience
- 5-8 years of relevant experience
- Solid technical accounting knowledge with a strong focus on data analysis and process optimization.
- Background in transaction services from Big 4 firms is a plus, but not mandatory.
- Background in oil and gas, renewables or infrastructure sectors is a plus, but not mandatory.
- Familiarity with M&A processes is advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to see the “bigger picture” while maintaining attention to detail.
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in a demanding environment.
- Driven and hardworking, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Must be available to work in the office at least 4 days a week.

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.

Competitive salary
Posted 6 days ago
My client, a leading manufacturing business, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their production site in Kreuzlingen.

It’s an exciting time to join the company, as it is moving through a positive growth stage with transformation taking place on a global scale.

As the Senior Accountant, you’ll play a pivotal part in the Finance team, demonstrating a collaborative and analytical mindset with strong communication skills and a strong background in Accounting.

This role also offers promising career progression.


Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant:
  • Oversee all site Accounting operations and ensure process accuracy
  • Prepare monthly/annual financial statements and manage reporting
  • Support budgeting and financial planning
  • Lead SAP FI functionality and ensure financial data integrity
  • Manage cash, FX, AR/AP, VAT, and insurance matters
  • Ensure compliance with tax, SOX/ICE, and legal regulations
  • Handle fixed asset Accounting and internal controls
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and the Shared Service Center
  • Advise management on financial issues
Profile:
  • Degree in Business Administration with certification in Finance/Accounting
  • Minimum 6 years' experience in full-scope Accounting, in an international industrial environment
  • Strong knowledge of financial statements, US GAAP, Swiss Code of Obligation, and tax law
  • Proficient in SAP FI, MS Office, and Excel
  • Fluent in German and English
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.
Competitive salary
Posted 3 days ago
My client, an expanding global business, is seeking an experienced Head of Accounting to join its team in Stockholm.

Managing a small team, we are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional as the new Head of Accounting.

In this role, you will be responsible for a broad range of financial and Accounting functions, ensuring alignment with group policies and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Accounting include:

  • Developing and implementing Accounting and financial policies in line with group guidelines

  • Supporting the preparation of financial statements and balance sheets through effective data collection and analysis

  • Leading year-end audit processes and ensuring accurate and timely reporting

  • Managing internal controls to safeguard financial integrity

  • Overseeing and managing major contracts to ensure compliance and efficiency

  • Ensuring full compliance with all relevant financial and tax regulations

  • Providing leadership and guidance to your team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment

  • Managing day-to-day Accounting transactions and postings

  • Preparing accruals and year-end provisions

  • Overseeing fixed asset management processes

  • Collaborating with IT to develop and maintain SAP systems and enhance financial processes

Essential requirements:

  • Degree in Finance/Accounting
  • Fluent in Swedish
  • 10 years' experience in an Accounting role
  • Strong knowledge of SAP and Excel  


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.