Requirements: English
Company: ERIKS
Region: North Holland
At ERIKS , we are industry leaders in delivering a diverse range of technical products, innovative co-engineering solutions, and customized services. Our commitment to empowering our customers in optimizing their manufacturing processes, enhancing sustainability, and driving product innovation places us at the forefront of industrial innovation.
ERIKS recently transitioned from a family-owned business to a private equity-owned company and is now collaborating with its new owner to streamline the European business and accelerate the delivery of innovative solutions to our customers.
Role Overview
As Group Business Controller FP&A , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and performance of ERIKS. Youll act as a trusted advisor to the ERIKS Management Board, delivering insights that drive key business decisions and long-term value creation.
This is a high-impact role with broad exposure across our European and Asian operations, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of an international industrial leader.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning & Forecasting; Lead the development and execution of ERIKS'' strategic planning, forecasting, and annual target-setting processes. Serve as a strategic financial partner to the Management Board.
- Performance & Reporting; Participate in Monthly Board Reviews (MBR), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR), and budget meetings across the group. Provide in-depth financial analysis and performance reporting on key KPIs. Enhance management reporting processes and deliver actionable insights using reports from the Accounting & Reporting team.
- Projects & Investments; Support corporate projects, such as Treasury or Capex initiatives. Offer decision-making support on M&A transactions, investment proposals, and post-acquisition initiatives. Collaborate with country teams to evaluate, integrate, and optimize business performance.
- Market Analysis & Benchmarking; Conduct internal and external benchmarking to evaluate market trends and the competitive landscape. Identify risks and opportunities and provide clear, data-driven recommendations to the Management Board.
- Business Partnering & Ad Hoc Support; Work cross-functionally with finance colleagues to build insightful KPIs and support data-driven decision-making. Deliver high-quality ad hoc analysis on topics such as working capital, Opex trends, and country-specific financial deep-dives.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in a business, economics, or quantitative field.
- 5+ years of experience in a finance role within a dynamic and international environment (experience in a Group or PE-backed structure is a plus).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, conversational Dutch proficiency required; additional languages such as German and/or French are a plus.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a pragmatic mindset.
- Strong Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI) is an advantage.
- Self-starter with a drive for continuous improvement and a collaborative team spirit.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration, including a comprehensive pension scheme and a company car or mobility (flex) budget.
- Business tools provided: laptop and mobile phone.
- Hybrid work model for optimal work-life balance (Headquarters relocating from Amsterdam to Alkmaar in 2025).
- Wide range of learning and development opportunities.
- High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership, an ideal stepping stone for future leadership positions within Finance or the business.
Why ERIKS?
By joining ERIKS, you become part of something remarkable.
Were more than a technical solutions company, were a community of curious minds and passionate professionals. Youll work alongside industry experts, receive support from visionary leaders, and grow in an environment built on collaboration and continuous improvement.
Together, were committed to raising each other and our expertise, higher.
Contact
Ready to shape the future with us?
For more information, please contact Tom Coumans at +31(0)20-737 07 03.
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