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Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf.Google does not associate IP addresses with any other data held by Google..Lang: This cookie is used to remember a user's language setting and to display the AWLI Button in the appropriate language. The cookie expires at the end of the session.Bcookie: This cookie to uniquely identify devices accessing LinkedIn to detect fraud and abuse on the platform. The cookie expires after two years. Lidc: This cookie is used to optimize data center selection and expires after 24 hours.Gategourmet is a leading global provider of a full range of catering services for primarily the airline industry. The focus is on culinary and operational excellence – and consistently providing the highest quality products and services tailored to strengthen the brand of our customers. Working with our customers and business partners, we create innovative offerings that delight the senses and make for a memorable dining experience, in the air and on the ground.Gategourmet Amsterdam is part of Gategroup, the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. Gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, it delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving more than 700 million passengers annually from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents.**Your role**The Finance Manager will lead the finance function responsible for two units of Gate Gourmet in the Netherlands and thereby will work closely with the Managing Director and Regional Finance team/CFO in Europe and act as the finance business partner within the local leadership team. On top of that, you will also be responsible for the service center in Belgrade, Serbia. This role ensures robust financial control, supports operational and commercial decision-making, drives cost efficiency, and maintains full compliance with IFRS and local financial and tax regulations.**Main Duties and Responsibilities:*** Lead, motivate, and develop the finance teams in the Netherlands and Serbia* Drive financial performance as a key member of the local leadership team* Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to Group and Regional HQs by owning monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, as well as monthly business reviews* Lead unit-level budgeting, forecasting cycles, and annual Business Plans in line with group policies and procedures, in close collaboration with local Operations, Commercial, and Regional Finance teams* Ensure smooth, unqualified interim and year-end internal and external audits, including timely preparation and submission of statutory accounts* Provide high-quality, timely financial decision support (e.g., customer tenders, CapEx evaluations, economic analysis, business development initiatives, investment proposals, productivity initiatives, and cost-optimization programs)* Deliver reliable, relevant, and timely management information and drive financial accountability across all departments* Develop a strong understanding of key business drivers, identify performance gaps, and proactively support units and departments in implementing corrective actions* Oversee financial transaction processing, including supplier invoicing and payments, customer invoicing and collections, general ledger postings, and balance sheet reconciliations; manage outsourcing activities where appropriate to optimize cost, efficiency, and quality* Maximize free cash flow, including active management of trade working capital, and ensure accurate cash flow forecasting* Ensure full compliance with IFRS, statutory requirements, corporate tax, customs, VAT, and airport fee regulations* Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, data integrity, and internal controls* Act as senior finance lead on ad hoc projects, restructuring initiatives, and corporate development activities**Profile*** Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Controlling; preferably a qualified accountant or MBA Work Experience* Minimum of 8 years’ experience in financial and management accounting and controlling, ideally within a multinational environment and with progressively increasing responsibilities* Proven experience in designing and improving cross-functional processes (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Purchase-to-Pay)* In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, NL GAAP) and local tax and compliance requirements* Strong analytical mindset with well-developed problem-solving skills* Excellent timemanagement and projectmanagement capabilities* Collaborative team player with the ability to demonstrate leadership when required* Proven people management experience Language & Communication Skills* Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels, from shop floor to boardroom* Comfortable working within a matrix organization* Strong influencing and motivational skills**Our offer*** Competitive salary, aligned with your experience and expertise* Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) with a bonus potential of up to 10% of annual salary* 8% holiday allowance* 25 vacation days plus 5 additional management days* Attractive pension scheme with no employee contribution* As part of gategroup, you’ll benefit from excellent career development opportunities both within the Netherlands and internationally, supported by online learning programs, coaching, and leadership development training* Opportunity to work within a culturally diverse and international team**Requirements:*** The possibility to apply for a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a Certificate of No Objection (VGB) (mandatory requirement)* Willingness to undergo screening by the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee (for this, it is important that you have lived consecutive in the Netherlands for the past eight years)* No criminal recordIf you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys #J-18808-Ljbffr