Assistant Financial Controller

Location: Zuidland, Zuid Holland, Netherlands, 3214 VP

Company: Howden CPI

The Role

Howden CPI is a global leader in the maintenance of mission-critical air and gas handling solutions. For more than 100 years, we have helped customers improve operational efficiency, reliability and sustainability across a range of industrial sectors.

As our Netherlands business continues to grow, we are looking for an ambitious finance professional to join us as an Assistant Financial Controller, with a clear development path towards a Financial Controller position.

This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant, finalist, Senior Accountant or Assistant Controller looking to take the next step in their career.

Working closely with the General Manager and wider Group Finance team, you will initially focus on financial control, reporting, forecasting and business performance. As your knowledge of the business develops, you will become a trusted business partner, supporting strategic decision-making and helping shape the future direction of the business.

Why Join Howden CPI?

• Clear progression path to Financial Controller
• Direct exposure to the General Manager and senior leadership team
• Opportunity to develop into a strategic business partnering role
• International environment within Howden and Chart Industries
• Mentoring and support from experienced finance leaders
• Long-term career development opportunities across the wider group

What will you do?

Initially (0-12 Months):

• Support and manage monthly reporting activities
• Prepare management accounts and financial analysis
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Monitor business performance and identify key trends and risks
• Support statutory reporting and audit activities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and governance requirements
• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to understand business performance
• Support the development of finance processes and systems

Longer Term:

• Become a key financial partner to the General Manager
• Provide commercial and operational financial insight
• Support strategic decision-making and business planning
• Lead finance improvement initiatives
• Further develop leadership responsibilities within the finance function

What Do You Bring?

We are open to candidates from a variety of finance backgrounds, including:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, RA, RC or equivalent)
• Accountancy Finalist
• Qualified by Experience (QBE)
• Senior Accountant seeking a first Controller opportunity
• Assistant Controller looking for the next step in their career

We would particularly welcome candidates with experience in:

• Financial reporting and management accounting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Manufacturing, engineering, industrial services or project-based environments
• ERP systems and process improvement
• Stakeholder management and business partnering

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is ambitious, commercially minded and eager to develop into a future finance leader.

Our Benefits

We offer an exciting and challenging opportunity with responsibility, visibility, and impact within a professional, international, and successful organization. As part of Howden CPI, you will join a team of dedicated and enthusiastic colleagues who work collaboratively to deliver outstanding results for our customers.

We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining talented people is key to our success. That is why we invest in both personal and professional development, providing opportunities to strengthen skills, expand expertise, and grow within the organization.

In addition, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with the responsibilities and level of the role, including:

• A competitive salary based on experience, knowledge, and skills
• 40 days of annual leave
• End of year bonus
• Holiday allowance (Vakantietoeslag)
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Commuting/travel reimbursement
• Access to the global Howden community and employee networks

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued and your development supported.b