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FSSC Finance Team Lead EMEA

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vanderlande logoVanderlande · Veghel
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Accounts PayableComplianceLeadershipPayrollStakeholder Management
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About the role

You will join the FSSC EMEA organization, a diverse and collaborative team of finance professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality services across the region. The team values openness, continuous learning, and mutual support, and is committed to improving processes and developing capabilities together. You will play a key role in strengthening both the performance and the inclusive culture of the team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop the FSSC EMEA teams (Credit Management and SMEs), fostering an inclusive and high-performing team environment
  • Drive continuous improvement and lead automation initiatives within FSSC EMEA, including ownership of the automation lab
  • Oversee complex accounting, reporting, and compliance topics, including statutory audit support and resolution of high-impact financial matters
  • Improve and streamline month-end closing processes to enhance accuracy, transparency, and cycle efficiency
  • Identify root causes of financial or process challenges and initiate sustainable, data-driven improvements
  • Strengthen balance sheet control and build capabilities of balance sheet owners across the team
  • What do we ask from you?
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance , Accounting, or a related discipline
  • Proven experience ((Min 5 years and at least 2 yrs as a team lead) in finance operations, shared services, or accounting leadership roles in an international environment
  • Strong expertise in accounting process knowledge is a must have.
  • Experience and interest in c ontinuous improvement and automation of finance and accounting processes
  • Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience in people leadership, coaching, and team development , with an inclusive leadership style
  • Solid understanding of financial reporting, compliance, and statutory audit processes
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across regions and functions
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 4936 to € 6699 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.On top of your fixed salary you'll receive the following secondary benefits:40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).Flexible working hours.A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.Working from home allowance.Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.Your applicationAre you interested in this position? THealth insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule

Additional Information

Job Title FSSC Finance Team Lead EMEA Job Description Introduction Are you a finance team leader who thrives on improving processes, developing people, and driving meaningful change? At Vanderlande, we are looking for an inclusive and forward-thinking FSSC Finance Manager EMEA who combines strong financial expertise with a passion for continuous improvement, automation, and team development. In this role, you will shape and elevate our Financial Shared Service Center by enabling high-quality service delivery, strengthening financial governance, and empowering teams across the EMEA region. You will play a key part in building an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, people feel supported to grow, and innovation is actively encouraged. What will you be doing? As FSSC Finance Team Lead EMEA, you report to the FSSC Director EMEA and lead a team of finance professionals across Credit Management and Subject Matter Experts in R2R, L2C, and Accounts Payable. You will take ownership of complex accounting, reporting, and compliance activities while continuously enhancing processes, tools, and ways of working. Working closely with the Tax & Compliance team, Payroll team, and FSSC LATAM team , you ensure efficient, accurate , and future-ready financial operations. In this role, you will balance hands-on involvement in complex financial matters with a strong focus on leadership, continuous improvement, and automation of finance processes.

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