Finance Director SBF EECM-Benelux

About You

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for finance? Do you have a proven track record in leading financial teams and ensuring compliance with financial regulations? If you're ready to take on a pivotal, senior role overseeing all financial activities and providing strategic guidance, this position is for you! You will play a crucial role in safeguarding company assets, meeting statutory and fiscal compliance requirements, and supporting all aspects of financial analysis. The Finance Director for our European Export and Commercial markets – headquartered in Amsterdam and covering Benelux market, reaching into North Africa and to the Caribbean. 

About your role

As the Senior Finance Director, you'll be a key member of the Local Executive team, reporting to the Suntory Beverage and Food Europe CFO with a dotted line to the Chief Operating Officer. Your responsibilities include: 

- Safeguarding company assets and ensuring statutory and fiscal compliance 

- Supporting financial analysis and presenting results to Regional and Global Executives 

- Preparing rolling forecasts, annual budgets, and mid-term plans 

- Developing revenue, financial, and operational strategies and defining KPIs 

- Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting 

- Driving finance transformation across Europe 

- Leading and developing finance functions and teams 

- Managing regional finance model changes and supporting transformation projects 

- Leading business development for key strategic projects (e.g., M&A, Licensed partnerships) 

- Acting as Company Director for statutory entities in the Netherlands 

What's in it for you?

In this role you will play a significant role in partnering the Chief Operating Officer of one of our most geographically complex markets, working across several continents. You will be the difference in us delivering financial performance in line with the Annual Operating Plan and Mid Term Plan. You will get to lead and execute finance talent and leadership development programs as well as driving transformation priorities and programmes  

What do you need to be successful?

Strong understanding of finance functions, including commercial and operational sides 

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills 

High-level communication skills 

Strong commercial acumen and judgment - including experience with contract negotiation 

Ability to manage complexity and large-scale changes 

Proven ability to coach and develop teams 

MBA in Finance or CPA/CMA preferred 

Qualifications and Experience 

Significant finance experience in leading positions working across international markets (preferably with some element of franchise operations and / or FMCG) 

Experience in strategic finance business partnering and business controlling 

Strong governance and internal control track record 

Ability to work strategically and operationally 

Experience in leading high-performing teams 

Ready to take on this exciting senior challenge? Apply now and join our team in Amsterdam!  

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Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.