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Senior Business Controller

Apply locations NLD The Hague Mariahoeve time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R20053903

Job Description Summary

Do you want to be involved in a finance position which is close to the business and a sparring partner for management? Do you want to be part of a growing ambitious organization? Then join our Finance Team at Aegon Asset Management!

Job Description

The job in a nutshell

Aegon Asset Management is a global, active investment manager. Aegon Asset Management uses its investment management expertise to help people live their best life, with a focus on excellence, trust and partnership. This involves tuning in, stepping up and being a force for good. These values help us live our purpose and are reflected in how we invest and operate by understanding the evolving world around us, following through, delivering on our promises, and leaving things better than we found them.

Institutional and private investors entrust Aegon Asset Management to manage approximately €300 billion worldwide.

Positioned for success in its chosen markets (the UK, Continental Europe, North America and Asia), Aegon Asset Management’s specialist teams provide high-quality investment solutions across asset classes. Its clients benefit from the extensive international research capabilities and in-depth local knowledge of Aegon Asset Management.

Your responsibilities

• Provide sound financial information to several stakeholders in the business;
• Effective challenge of expenditure within the functional areas and identification of opportunities to derive cost efficiencies;
• Contribute in the expense Budget and Forecast cycle for the Global Client Group and Chief Investment Officer areas;
• Contribute in the reporting of seed capital investments to the Global Product team and Global CFO;
• Contribute in the reporting of product tracking to the Global Product team and Global CFO;
• Contribute in the cost allocation / profitability reporting process;
• Carry out ad hoc business project support work;
• Document processes and review for continued suitability. Make recommendations for process improvements.

This is your next position, because you

You are looking for a challenging financial business partner position within a global asset management organization. You are an enthusiastic team player with ambition and a healthy degree of professional skepticism. You are pro-active and are looking for a position with room for taking initiative.

Besides that, you have/ are:

• A bachelor or master’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance or other relevant studies;
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience;
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills;
• Good analytical skills and problem solving abilities;
• Accountability and ability to challenge in a constructive manner;
• Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint;
• Fluent in English both written and verbally.
• Good sense of humor

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience the asset management industry.

Who will be your new colleagues?

The Finance function within AAM Global consists of 2 sub functions: Global Business Control and Finance & Control and involves 34 employees who are working on 4 different locations: The Hague, Groningen, Edinburgh and Cedar Rapids (US). The place of employment for this role in The Hague. As of 2025, Aegon Asset Management will move to the World Trade Center at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.

The Global Business Control function is focused on financial business partnering and providing management information (Actuals and Forecast/Budget) to the AAM’s Global business. Finance & Control consists of separate teams per AAM legal entity and are focused on the administration and reporting of AAM’s legal entities.

The Global Business Control team consists of 13 business controllers who all cover a separate function within the Global Asset Management organisation. The aim of the team is to improve business performance by providing sound financial reports, data analysis and facts to business owners on revenues, costs, profitability, sales and non-financial information. The team is also involved in business cases and product development. The team reports to the Global CFO.

What will you be getting?

• You will be earning between €5.000 and €7.500 based on 40 hours and your experience;
• You will also receive a thirteenth month and a holiday allowance in the form of a monthly flex budget, amounting to 16.7% of your monthly salary;
• Plenty of scope and budget for your personal development;
• A minimum of 27 holiday days;
• Reimbursement of your travel expenses;
• Discount on Aegon products;
• A good pension scheme.

Interested? Apply!
Are you interested in joining our Finance Team? We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter. Then make sure you apply immediately! Do you have some more questions? Send an email to our Talent Acquisition Manager Diederick Kavelaars at diederick.kavelaars@aegon.com .

Diversity & Inclusion

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from harnessing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

Aegon Asset Management aims to be an employer of choice in the financial services industry. As a global company, we offer excellent terms of employment, a very diverse and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities.

About Us

Aegon Asset Management is a global, active investment manager. We use our investment management expertise to help people achieve a lifetime of financial security, with a focus on excellence, trust and partnership.

Our clients benefit from the extensive international research capabilities and in-depth local knowledge. Aegon Asset Management is part of Aegon Group, one of the world's leading financial services organizations, providing life insurance, pensions and asset management.

People are fundamental to the success of our business. By promoting individual accountability and strong teamwork, we’re able to give all of our people the freedom to get on with doing what they do best, whether the individual’s function is financial, technical or creative. Join our diverse teams around the world in a relaxed and professional working environment. The reward? Great benefits and the recognition you deserve.

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