Interim Head of Finance

Location: Driebergen-Zeist, Netherlands (hybrid)
Assignment duration: One year, with possible extension

The role

As Interim Head of Finance, you will lead the Finance team through a period of transition. You will ensure business continuity, oversee delivery of the annual accounts, support the move to a future operating model and strengthen the business control function.

You will help guide changes including the outsourcing of operational activities, improvements to data infrastructure and the further professionalisation of finance processes. As a strategic partner to leadership, you will help shape the future of Finance while building trust through an approachable, authentic and pragmatic leadership style.

Key responsibilities

• Provide interim leadership and ensure continuity and stability across the Finance function.
• Lead and mentor a team of 12–13 professionals across Accounting, Reporting, Control and Oversight.
• Oversee financial management, reporting and control processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficiency.
• Take ownership of the timely delivery of the annual accounts and related reporting obligations.
• Guide the Finance team through the transition to the future operating model.
• Develop and implement a finance strategy aligned with organisational priorities and long-term goals.
• Lead budgeting and support business case development for new products and initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and audit readiness, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Advise and challenge senior management on financial matters as a trusted business partner.
• Improve finance processes and insights by leveraging technology, BI tools and data infrastructure.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to align financial goals and governance.
• Support the team through change and help prepare the organisation for the future.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; relevant certifications such as RA, RC, CPA or CMA.
• At least 9–10 years of experience in financial services, including 4–5 years in a managerial or interim leadership role.
• Proven experience as an independent interim professional, preferably in the Dutch financial sector.
• Experience leading finance teams through organisational change and transformation.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Dutch and international financial regulations, particularly in asset management.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, governance, risk management and audit processes.
• Strategic, analytical and technology-minded, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to balance results with people’s needs and bring teams along through change.
• Learning agility and a strong commitment to change.
• Committed to sustainable finance and a collaborative, approachable leadership style.

Key competencies

• Change leadership: Lead teams through uncertainty, communicate a clear vision and build stakeholder support.
• Strategic thinking: Align financial decisions with organisational priorities and assess the financial impact of change initiatives.
• Stakeholder management: Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, board members, auditors and external partners, while managing differing interests.
• Operational excellence: Maintain business continuity, oversee day-to-day operations and ensure compliance during transitions. Experience with process improvement and outsourcing is valued.
• Analytical problem-solving: Identify risks and opportunities and make data-driven decisions that support long-term objectives.
• People leadership: Coach, mentor and motivate finance professionals while fostering a resilient, collaborative and future-ready culture.