Damen
shipbuilding
GroupFinancialController
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“Group Financial Controller at Damen. Skills: Financial reporting, IFRS, Consolidation. Prepare consolidated financial statements. Ensure correct application of IFRS / GAAP”
What You'll Achieve.
accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting
Industry & Context.
analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Economics, Minimum 8 years of experience in financial reporting, audit, or group accounting, knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles
Nice to Have
Experience with ERP and consolidation tools (e. g. SAP, OneStream)
What You'll Do.
Prepare consolidated financial statements
Ensure correct application of IFRS / GAAP
Design internal control frameworks
Coordinate internal and external audits
Assess complex accounting topics
Harmonise accounting policies
Drive automation of financial closing
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
supporting senior management; auditors; stakeholders
Full Job Description
We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family. ## About Damen Damen is a family-owned international shipbuilding group with a long maritime tradition and a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship. With operations in more than 20 countries, Damen delivers high-quality vessels and services worldwide and supports its business through strong group governance and financial control. ## The Role As Group Financial Controller, you will play a key role within Damen Group Control, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across the group. You will act as a subject-matter expert on accounting and reporting matters, supporting senior management, auditors, and stakeholders with high-quality financial insight and governance. ## Key Responsibilities * Prepare and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements * Ensure correct application of IFRS / GAAP across group entities * Design, implement, and maintain internal control frameworks * Coordinate internal and external audits * Assess complex accounting topics including leases, revenue recognition, impairments, and provisions * Harmonise accounting policies, KPIs, and reporting standards across the group * Support M&A, restructuring, and special financial projects * Drive automation and continuous improvement of financial closing processes ## ## Your Profile * University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Economics * Minimum 8 years of experience in financial reporting, audit, or group accounting * Strong knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles * Experience with ERP and consolidation tools (e.g. SAP, OneStream) * Strong analytical, organisational, and stakeholder management skills
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