Team Lead Planning & Control

The Company

This organization is a dynamic and fast-growing regional development agency committed to fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth in the South Holland region. With a strong focus on supporting innovative businesses through funding, expertise, and partnerships, the company plays a pivotal role in building a smarter, healthier, and more sustainable future.

The Role

Teamlead Planning & Control

As Teamlead Planning & Control, you will lead a team of controllers and play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and operational excellence of the organization. You will act as a hands-on leader and sparring partner for the business, driving improvements in financial processes, reporting, and decision-making. Your leadership will be instrumental in guiding the team and the organization through a phase of professionalization and digital transformation.

The Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of 5 controllers and 1 administrative staff member.
• Collaborate with the Head of Finance & Operations to define and implement financial policies.
• Coordinate the full planning & control cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, annual accounts, audits, and tax matters.
• Serve as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and provide actionable insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and innovation within Planning & Control, including the use of BI tools and dashboards.
• Monitor financial health and compliance of projects and investments, ensuring adherence to relevant guidelines and subsidy conditions.
• Support strategic decision-making through investment analyses, risk assessments, and performance monitoring.
• Contribute to the organization's transition to data-driven and digital operations.
• Actively support change management and team development in a scale-up environment.

The Requirements

• Academic working and thinking level, with a degree in Controlling and/or Accountancy (RA or RC).
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in financial management roles.
• Experience with investment activities, venture capital, sustainability financing, or innovation project management.
• Proficiency in portfolio valuation and integrated risk management.
• Strong knowledge of administrative, reporting, and BI systems.
• Preferably experienced with public funding and reporting to public stakeholders.
• Proven track record in change management.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

The Offer

• A full-time position (40 hours/week), with part-time options (minimum 32 hours).
• Annual salary between €105,000 and €125,000, including holiday allowance and 13th month, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Strong secondary benefits, including a 1st class NS BusinessCard and hybrid working options.
• A collaborative, flat organizational culture with a focus on autonomy, initiative, and professional growth.
• Access to personal development plans, training opportunities, and internal mobility.
• Wellness perks such as free bootcamp and yoga classes.
• A vibrant and mission-driven team of approximately 120 professionals.