Hiring: Finance Manager

LIFE IS…

• BEAUTY – UNIQUE – CARING – CUTTING EDGE;
• A unique project developer with an impressive track record in mixed used residential  projects and student real estate.
• Part of a large group of project developers and companies, which is a big plus for attracting mixed use projects while striving for a complete vision in real estate.
• Using real estate to improve quality of everyday LIFE.
• Always a step ahead on new market trends with its belief in innovations as only key to succes.
• A team of passionate and driven professionals who respect, appreciate and value each other, making team work about excelling and contributing to everyone’s uniqueness.
• Reinventing yourself time.
• Ready for a future through new strategies at home base and abroad.
• Inspired by different cultures with projects in Belgium, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Cabo Verde…
• In love with design, beauty, architecture and LIFE.
• Passion and fun.

YOU HAVE…

• A Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or comparable.
• Approximately 5 years’ experience in a big four audit firm (or similar) / Demonstrable experience in financial management, preferably in a managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software applications.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Dutch native speaking skills with good knowledge of English (good knowledge of French is a major additional asset); and
• Interested in the role of finance manager, working in a close knit team with our accountants and business controllers, reporting to our CFO/CEO.

YOU GRAB A CUP OF COFFEE (OR TEA) AND MANAGE…

1.Financial reporting:

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and
  cash flow statements, to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards in financial reporting.

2.Financial Operations:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable.
• Streamline financial processes and implement internal controls to protect assets and ensure accuracy of financial
  transactions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize financial systems and tools for efficiency and effectiveness.

3.Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast the company’s performance, cash flow, and budget requirements.
• Analyse financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations to senior management for decision-making.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess the company’s financial health and identify areas for improvement.

4.Budgeting a forecast:

• Lead the annual budgeting process and work with department heads to develop comprehensive budgets aligned with business goals.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts to support business planning and resource allocation.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, identify anomalies, and implement corrective actions as needed.

5.Cash management and Treasury:

• Manage cash flow by forecasting cash needs and optimizing cash positions.
• Oversee banking operations, including reconciling bank accounts and investment management.
• Evaluate and mitigate financial risks, such as exchange rate fluctuations and interest rate risks

YOU WANT…

• A fulltime function in an open and inspiring environment;
• An open door policy;
• A flexible work environment with sliding hours where every day is different;
• A group of diverse colleagues, with different backgrounds and different skills, convinced that this diversity is an important added value for the company;
• The opportunity to take on responsibility and to grow, amongst others through external training courses that interest you;
• To be a part of our afterwork drinks, team buildings, family days…;
• An attractive renumeration package completed by a comprehensive package of benefits; and
• A beautiful work environment (which happens to be our core).