We're looking for an driven Financial Controller to join Decathlon Netherlands. At Decathlon Netherlands we look for entrepreneurial mindsets and teammates who love to innovate, think big and deliver. This is a great opportunity for a sport minded professional with a finance heart, who makes sure we grow in a responsible way.
Interested? Read on!
Your job
As a Financial Controller within Decathlon you will be part of our Finance team which contains 14 finance specialists. This department is segmented into 2 different teams; Operations & Compliance and Business Finance. You will be part of the operations & compliance team and will be responsible for all local financial audits.
You will actively design internal processes and communicate to stakeholders. Contribute to improve processes in the area of responsibility (efficiency, automation) and organize, improve and securize the KPI's of specific sub processes in the area of responsibility.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure business transactions are reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Ensure the full implementation of Internal Controls system, evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes implemented; promote the culture of IC and timely report incidents
Work closely with team members to assist with the month-end close
Coordinate the annual audit process including the draft of the financial statements and related notes
Record, control and report transactions in the area of responsibility
Ensure communication, documentation and risk mitigating actions to support internal and external audit in the area of responsibility
Manage balance sheet reconciliations of allocated accounts, explain variations and ensure timely resolution and clean up of overdue items
Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual financial closings and financial statements validation
Take on and oversee special accounting topics according to Dutch GAAP and IFRS
Ensure good financial reporting based on a very good understanding of data (master data)
Appropriate, apply and follow up the group and local accounting and compliance norms
Provide group reporting
What we offer
At Decathlon we not only believe in sports as a lifestyle, but also in creating a stimulating working environment where colleagues with a passion for sports can enjoy exercising together. Job satisfaction is our priority and we promote a great sports culture in which you can be yourself and share your passion for sports. In addition, we offer;
A salary up to €4.800-, 8% holiday pay and 24 wonderful holiday days.
20% discount on our own brands. Whether it concerns sportswear, shoes or equipment, you benefit from great discounts on the products that support your sporting adventures.
We understand that personal growth and development are crucial to a successful career. That is why we offer the unique opportunity to participate in training through our Decathlon Academy.
Decathlon shareholding plan: We believe in sharing success with our employees and offer you the opportunity to become a co-owner of our successful company
To make your trip to our Decathlon team even more pleasant, we also provide a travel allowance.
Decathlon encourages a healthy mind in a healthy body. That's why we offer access to the 'Open Up' platform, where you can find professional support for mental and physical challenges in both your work and private life.
We organize great events such as an annual event where all your colleagues from the Netherlands come together for a day full of sports, fun, food & drinks and a dance! An annual ski trip is also organized for which you can register.
What we expect from you
The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, forecasting and budgeting, and audit. They will be organized and approach each issue with an analytical mindset.
You have a passion for sports!
You have 3-5 years of relevant work experience in finance, experience in financial controlling/internal audit is a must
Experience in big4 is a plus
Fluent in English, Dutch is a plus
You are result-and solution-oriented, you do this with a proactive and stress-resistant attitude
You are persuasive and have excellent communication skills and good in internal/external stakeholder management
Analytical and tech savvy
About Decathlon
Decathlon is much more than just a sports retailer. We are an international sports community with a mission to 'move the people through the wonders of sport' regardless of age, background or experience. As the market leader in sports retail, we are constantly evolving and continuing to grow.
Read more about our commitment to sustainability
At Decathlon we are committed to improve our way of working and take responsibility for our activities. We invest in multiple initiatives that help us reduce waste and extend the life cycle of our products such as selling second hand products, renting sports equipment, buying back used products and repairing and maintaining sports products.
Application process
Apply now by sending your cv and motivational letter
Telephone acquintance
First interview
Second interview
Contract proposal
Welcome at Decathlon!
Apply now and become part of our sportif and passionate team at Decathlon!