(Junior) Financial Controller

Your role

Do you have strong numerical skills, are you assertive, committed, and critical, and would you like to work in a young, ambitious and talented team? Then this vacancy might be a good fit for you.

As a (Jr) Financial Controller you will take the lead in the month-end close for the financial control activities, monitor the integrity of the financial figures and are a direct sparring partner for the Financial Controller and the rest of the Finance team. Tasks like monthly reporting, bookkeeping, preparing budgets, analyzing FX matters and participating in the annual audit are appealing and familiar to you. Together with the Finance team you will make sure all financial transactions are processed correctly. Taking initiative, having a strong attention to detail and pro-actively looking for improvements will take the Financial Control team to the next level.

Within the role of (Jr) Financial Controller you will be part of the Financial Control team and report directly to the Financial Controller.

As our new (Jr) Financial Controller you:

• execute an adequate and timely month-end close / annual close;
• prepare monthly journals for the operational expenses;
• take care of the operational expenses analysis;
• prepare the monthly reports for the management;
• create and maintain accurate reporting of the FX transactions;
• ensure compliance with hedge documentation and prepare hedge effectiveness testing for FX forwards;
• monitor the foreign currency exposure and our suspense accounts;
• support in the preparation of the budget;
• participate in the external audit together with the Financial Controller and support in the preparation of the financial statements;
• develop, prepare and update internal and external reporting;
• follow-up on ad hoc requests from the management or other departments within Interfood;
• support the derivatives back-office with the derivatives tasks and (monthly) derivatives accounting;
• are the first point of contact for your colleagues in the hubs around the globe and for external stakeholders (CBS, tax authorities, accountants).
• pro-actively look for improvements and participate in improvement projects

Your colleagues

Maxime Somers
Senior Financial Controller

Why Interfood?
At Interfood, you have the opportunity to really make an impact in an ambitious, challenging and professional environment. Teamwork is the basis of how we work together, and I enjoy being part of this young and driven team in a dynamic international market where we continuously challenge ourselves to improve every day. Besides working hard, there is also room for private life and fun activities together, such as sports events, team weekends, or an afternoon walk with colleagues. What also makes Interfood special to me are the growth opportunities. I started myself as a Junior Financial Controller after my studies and am now the manager of the Financial Control team of Interfood BV in Bladel. Along the way, I also got the opportunity to complete an Executive Master in Finance and Control. If you work hard and show initiative, you truly get opportunities to grow and develop yourself.
 

What do you expect from your new colleague?
We are looking for a talented and ambitious team player who is eager to learn and quickly picks up new things. Someone who sees challenges as opportunities and proactively looks for ways to solve or improve them. Strong analytical skills and an affinity with numbers are essential in this role. In addition, it is important to have the drive to challenge the status quo and communicate ideas in an effective and professional way. Working within Financial Control also requires precision, attention to detail, and a structured way of working. Combined with a proactive mindset and strong team spirit, these qualities are key to being successful within the team.
 

What do you do in your spare time?
In my spare time, I enjoy staying active by joining the gym classes at our office gym, attending barre classes outside of work, or going for a run during the weekend. Besides being active, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, whether that is on a sunny terrace, during long dinners with good food and drinks, or while travelling and exploring new places.