ERIKS is an industry leader in delivering a diverse range of technical products, innovative co-engineering solutions, and customized services. They are committed to empowering their customers to optimize their manufacturing processes, enhance sustainability, and drive product innovation, which places them at the forefront of industrial innovation. ERIKS has recently been acquired by Lone Star, a U.S.-based private equity firm. As ERIKS transitions from a family-owned business to a private equity-owned business, this presents great opportunities and an exciting phase to join the company. We are looking for an ambitious and confident Head of Corporate Accounting who is eager to continue their steep learning curve.

In this position, you will report to the Manager Corporate Reporting & Accounting and will lead a team of five. You will act as a mentor to them, taking the time to invest in their knowledge and personal development.

You and your team are responsible for running a smooth accounting, closing, and reporting process for seven entities, including ERIKS NV, ERIKS Digital BV, ERIKS Global Procurement, and four other entities. The team manages most of the day-to-day accounting, and your Senior Holding Accountant will be the “first line of defence” for ad-hoc issues and/or queries. This gives you room to identify process improvements and automation opportunities in all aspects of the core finance processes, for example, within the procurement or declaration process, implementation of new tools, or streamlining the intercompany processes.

Some of the larger cost center groups, such as Procurement or Supply Chain, have dedicated Controllers. You will work closely with them, ensuring their actuals are accurate, well-explained, and meet IFRS accounting requirements. For other group functions, such as the Board, Legal, HR, Finance, IA & Compliance, you will be responsible for the cost control process yourself. You will report on and analyse the monthly performance of actuals vs. budget and discuss these variances with Group Functional Leaders on a monthly basis.

We are looking for a strong financial with a strategic & agile mindset. You have a solid technical background, strong communication skills and a business-minded approach. You are able to build strong relationships and can liaise with, challenge and motivate internal and external stakeholders.

“Although ERIKS might have the size and footprint of a “corporate”, we still have an entrepreneurial culture, flat hierarchy and the flexibility to quickly react to (business) opportunities. Now that we are entering a new phase under Private Equity Ownership, exciting new opportunities will arise. There is a lot of room to make an impact, set up best-in-class processes and support the business in making these changes. As long as you demonstrate the “do what it takes” attitude, are eager to learn, comfortable in reaching out to people and good at building relationships within all levels of the organisation you will get exposure to a very broad scope of financial topics & strategic projects and will be well positioned for further (international) growth within ERIKS.”

• Bachelor or Master degree in Finance, (Business) Economics or Accountancy
• Min. 5+ years of experience as a Financial Controller or Trust Officer (BIG4); preferably experience with(in) an international, multicultural organisation
• Good insight in financial accounting and reporting processes combined with business sense
• Strong affinity with IT and financial tooling; 
• Experience in working with Exact Online and OneStream would be a plus
• Experience with process improvement projects and/or implementation
• Excellent communication skills in English. strong interpersonal skills and ability to quickly form working relationships and gain credibility. A clear, to-the-point communicator with a practical, no-nonsense mentality and a certain degree of stress-resilience
• Organizational awareness, able to maintain a broad formal and informal network
• Above all, a great colleague, warm personality, down to earth, honest, committed, result focused, a team player who wants to achieve the best results together.

ERIKS is a specialized industrial service provider that offers a wide range of technical products, co-engineering and customization solutions, as well as related services. We help customers in a variety of industrial segments to improve their products' performance and reduce their total cost of ownership. Our 5000 skilled colleagues worldwide serve customers in their original equipment manufacturing (OEM) and maintenance, repair and overhaul operations (MRO). ERIKS has branches in 12 countries, with a strong position in Western Europe alongside a presence in Asia.

Why Join ERIKS? You will be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and forward-thinking. ERIKS offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that supports achieving excellence.

ERIKS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.