Senior Financial Control Executive (Temporary, 8 months)

Be part of a movement that moves the world

At ASICS, we’re more than just a brand; we're a movement. A movement of movement, propelled by the belief that motion strengthens the body and uplifts the mind. Our name itself, an acronym for "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" (a Sound Mind in a Sound Body), encapsulates this commitment. Since taking our first step in Japan in 1949, our journey has been about more than just reaching the finish lines or clocking the fastest times. It's about the joy of moving and it's open to all.

If you're inspired to move yourself and the world toward a brighter, more inclusive future, we're looking for you.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification.

Your role in our shared journey

Located at our EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, you'll contribute to our mission by ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across the ASICS EMEA region. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing critical month, quarter, and year-end closing activities, whilst maintaining high-quality balance sheet reconciliations and supporting statutory audit processes that underpin the financial integrity of our European operations.

This is a temporary role for 8 months.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for the ASICS EMEA region.


• Prepare, post, and review journals and reconciliations for balance sheet and profit and loss accounts, maintaining high-quality standards throughout.


• Manage key accounting areas including fixed assets, suspense accounts, accruals, provisions, prepaid expenses, salaries, and intercompany recharges.


• Maintain fixed asset ledger master data and execute depreciation runs whilst performing lease liability account reconciliations.


• Support the compilation of yearly statutory accounts and participate actively in the external audit process to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.


• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual analytical reviews to analyse and explain key financial variances to relevant stakeholders.


• Drive process improvements within the financial control environment whilst ensuring compliance with local legislation and ASICS accounting policies.

You have the following skills:

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a similar position.


• Strong accounting knowledge and understanding of business processes.


• Advanced Excel skills with SAP system knowledge being advantageous.


• Excellent analytical capabilities with attention to detail.


• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.
  
  

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, your growth and wellbeing are important. We believe in fostering an environment where every step forward is celebrated, where diversity fuels our journey, and inclusion strengthens individuals. And together and as individuals we can inspire more people to move for body and for mind.

Our commitment to your wellbeing

We're dedicated to ensuring that every team member experiences the joy and benefits of movement. To support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Access to office gym and sports membership discount.


• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS and ONITSUKA TIGER gear.


• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.


• Complimentary premium subscription to our Runkeeper Go™ app.


• A comprehensive wellness programme consisting of exercise and educational sessions.


• Professional support and meditation classes are available through OpenUp Access.


• Working abroad for four weeks every year.


• Hybrid working model. Combine the flexibility of working from home with the dynamic energy of an office environment.

How to Apply

Are you feeling inspired? We'd love to hear from you. Submit your application online and step into a role where you can truly make a difference. Let's move together, step by step, toward an uplifted world.

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