Our purpose is to enhance society together through our people, expertise, partnerships, and innovations. We strive each day to create solutions that are designed to change life for the better for communities around the world. As our new International Finance and Compliance Specialist, you will play an important role in strengthening and professionalizing the finance organization of our international offices, branches, and permanent establishments outside Western Europe. This is a senior role for an experienced finance professional who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a complex, international project environment. You will work closely with colleagues across Controlling, Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Global Mobility to ensure that our international entities are well structured, compliant, and effectively integrated into Haskoning’s global business.

The Role: What You Will Do

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and improving the local financial administration of Haskoning’s entities and permanent establishments mostly outside Western Europe. You will ensure that local accounting, controlling, tax, treasury, and compliance processes are in place and aligned with Group principles, timelines, and reporting standards.

You will work in an international matrix organization, where you advise, coordinate, and challenge stakeholders across different countries, disciplines, and business lines. Your work will include:

• Developing and maintaining strong local finance administrations, with specific attention to systems, processes, staffing, reporting quality, and compliance.
• Advising project managers and business stakeholders on international finance and tax risks during the proposal and project set-up phase.
• Supporting the set-up and registration of new international entities, branches, and permanent establishments, including involvement in international growth, acquisitions, or restructuring activities.
• Working closely with Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Global Mobility on international structures, financing, compliance topics, and local regulatory requirements.
• Supporting the further professionalization of international entities by improving cash flow planning, reporting structures, administrative organization, and local control frameworks.

About the Company

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new colleague, you will be based in Amersfoort and become part of the finance organization, reporting to the Director International Finance, Tax & Compliance. You will work with colleagues across multiple countries and functions and will be involved in international activities that are strategically important to the continued growth and professionalization of Haskoning’s global organization.

Requirements: What You Bring

You are an experienced international finance professional who is comfortable working in complex, project-driven environments. You know how to operate in an international matrix organization and can switch easily between strategic advice and practical implementation. You are analytical, pragmatic, and reliable, with strong communication skills and a good understanding of intercultural collaboration.

You also bring:

• A university degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Around 7 to 10 years of relevant international finance experience, preferably in a project-driven and internationally complex organization.
• Strong expertise in international finance, including local administrations, accounting, statutory compliance, tax, mobility, treasury topics, and the set-up of entities, branches, or permanent establishments abroad.
• Experience working closely with Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR, and preferably Global Mobility on international structures and cross-border activities.
• Fluency in English, with an additional language being an advantage, and willingness to travel internationally when required.

In addition, you are results-driven, accurate, and quality-focused. You combine integrity and strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, flexible, and service-minded way of working.

What We Offer

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (€4.758 - €6.796) with annual increases.
• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.
• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, work-from-home allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Mobility and travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at one of our offices and the freedom to travel in a way that suits you. You will receive an attractive mileage allowance (up to €0.45 per km for business travel), an NS Business Card, and the option of a lease car when you travel extensively for work.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

Application Process: Are You Our New Colleague?

Then we would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 2 interviews and possibly an assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

Do you have any questions about the role or the process? You can always contact Peter de Jong, Director International Tax & Compliance, at peter.de.jong@haskoning.com or Maria Boeve, Recruiter Corporate Groups, at maria.boeve@haskoning.com.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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