Summary:

Job Description:

Are you a starting controller with affinity for doing things efficient and accurate. Do you thrive in a multicultural environment and are you not afraid to challenge the business on their costs? Is your answer to these questions yes, then we are looking for you!

What will you do?

As a Cost Controller you will work together intensively with stakeholders on all levels. In this role you will be responsible for adequate cost recognition and accrual management in order to deliver timely and relevant cost reporting regarding performance and latest estimates. You will play an active role in transitioning the cost control function within the organization by streamlining and further automating the administrative processes related to NIBC’s operating expenses.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Correct and accurate accounting of NIBC’s OPEX related matters
• Prepare, analyze and explain periodical (monthly and yearly) internal cost reporting and cost budget figures
• Proactively challenge and collaborate with our business partners on budget, forecast and cost efficiency matters
• Identify opportunities for cost improvements and provide advice to management
• Participate in projects to streamline and further automate the administrative processes to improve internal information systems, reports and internal procedures

Your team

You will be part of the Management Reporting team, which is an engaged and diverse team consisting of 10 people ranging from the age of 22 to 45. It is in our nature to cooperate, complement and reinforce each other. Next to cost control the team is also responsible for all internal financial reporting to the Managing Board, forecasting, rating agency updates and ESG reporting.

Not only as a company but also in our team, we are committed to create a diverse and inclusive culture. Openness and respect are essential when working with us. As a team we try to find a good balance between being serious on deadlines and deliverables while also maintaining an enjoyable atmosphere. In the end work should be fun.

NIBC as employer

Founded in 1945 to finance the visionary entrepreneurs who helped rebuilding the Netherlands after the second World War, NIBC was closely collaborating while professionally supporting companies and individuals in realizing their dreams and goals with a sustainable future in mind. As a midsize bank with a multicultural working environment that is best described as dynamic and ambitious, we share a forward-thinking, can-do attitude with our employees and clients which we call our THINK YES mentality. Our corporate values are Professional, Adaptive, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial. By building our company on optimism and mutual trust, and with our THINK YES mentality, NIBC is an enterprising bank that enables ambitions.

What’s in it for you?

NIBC provides an ambitious environment where together we strive to create a fantastic workplace in which you feel safe and challenged to be the best version of yourself. This is in line with Professional, Adaptive, Collaborative and Entrepeneurial, since you are in the lead of setting the PACE of your career at NIBC. In addition you receive a competitive salary, plus:

• Several ways to support your development personally and professionally:

- Personal development budget, to spend at your own discretion

- Professional budget provided by your manager, to develop yourself in your work

- GoodHabitz: free online courses you can choose to take for your own benefit

• NIBC embraces the Hybrid way of Working. This means that we support working from home as well as encourage our colleagues to come to the office. NIBC's guideline is to spend at least half of the working time at the office
• Travel expenses or NS Business Card 1st class
• 32 vacation days (which do not have to be registered)
• Excellent pension scheme (26% NIBC contribution)
• A voucher to improve your home office
• The opportunity to take ownership and show initiative in your role. We are always open to new ideas, and encourage to use your voice
• The nature of our Grow to Make a Difference program enables you to be in charge of your own development
• Two staff associations: YoungNIBC and MyLeisure
• Vitality program, annual company-wide sports & leisure days
• Monthly internet allowance
• Laptop and a company phone
• Excellent facilities at the office (Coffeecorner, Restaurant, Exchange bar)
• Last but not least, a fun workplace in which diversity and inclusion is valued

What do you bring?

You are a pro-active teamplayer with effective communication skills, a critical eye for quality and details and you have a continuous improvement mentality.

You strive for improvement, while balancing simplicity with excellence, and always consider the implications for NIBC. You’re self-motivated and energetic about achieving our goals and objectives and enjoy collaborating daily with Business & Finance teams within NIBC and proactively supporting your colleagues.

Preferred profile:

• Bachelor or Master degree with a financial background
• Starter or a maximum of 3 years experience
• Analytical and accurate
• Team player and positive attitude
• Strong social and communication skills to all levels within the organisation
• Ability to deal with ad hoc requests, often with tight deadlines
• Affinity or experience with business intelligence tooling like Power BI or SAP BO
• Fluent in English and willing to learn Dutch

Application procedure

We don't just want to get to know you, we also want you to get to know us. That's why there will be multiple interviews. We invite you to be curious and ask any questions you may have. An assessment is also part of the procedure.

Still intrigued?

For more information about the vacancy please contact Head of Management Reporting, Vinesh Sukhraj, Vinesh.Sukhraj@nibc.com