Lead Financial Analyst; interim position

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For one of the world’s leading medical technology companies in Venlo we have a challenging new (interim) position for an experienced LEAD FINANCIAL ANALYST (Global Inventory-Hybrid-Fulltime).

As a member of the Technical Accounting Global Inventory COE team, this role will be responsible for complete and accurate inventory balance sheet and P&L reporting.

You will calculate input files for journal entries, prepare complex journal entries, make Blackline reconciliations, analyze data to provide accurate and timely information for ensuring proper accounting of inventory in relation to strategic and operational decisions.

Additionally, you will use your strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret financial information on costs, prices, expenses, and revenues, provide recommendations to senior management, conduct and document complex financial analysis projects, develop in‑depth evaluations of plans, and may coach or train less‑experienced financial analysis staff.

• Calculate, reconcile, and analyze Inventory and related balance sheet and P&L items for period close using advanced Excel techniques and Power BI.
• Prepare month‑end journal entries and formulate required accruals in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain balance sheet accounts for sub‑processes such as GRNI/GIT, Costing, E&O, and Assets, and complete balance sheet reconciliations in line with company policies.
• Ensure all Inventory reports are accurate, complete, and reconcile to the General Ledger, including required IPE procedures.
• Perform ad‑hoc analytical support such as inventory trend analysis and testing reserve levels for appropriateness.
• Support business on implementation and monitoring of Internal Controls and other compliance requirements.
• Proactively communicate changes or proposals that may have a financial impact and are accounting related.
• Assist with Internal and External Audits (mainly SOX related).
• Participate in inventory projects.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley and all applicable financial laws, regulations, and company policies, and implement corrective actions.

• Interim assignment (>6 months)
• Competitive salary
• 8.5% holiday allowance
• 27 vacation days (+1.5 days if not sick for 6 months)

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO) in Finance/Accounting is required.
• 4 or more years of relevant experience in a complex inventory and/or other complex accounting functions in global organizations.
• Previous financial position involving inventory management in an international environment.
• CPA qualification is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (required) and Power BI.
• Oracle/SAP/MFG/JDE experience is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with stakeholders.
• Teamwork and customer service orientation.
• Ability to meet rigorous deadlines, multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple projects.
• High level of honesty, integrity, commitment, and responsibility.
• Availability: 40 hours per week; works at the office on Tuesdays.

Want to know more? Contact René van den Borst at .

Interested? Click the application button or send your resume to tor.vdborst@suc6recruitment.