Your role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Managing the Finance & Control team (ca. 15 FTE) and contributing as a member of the Finance, Integrated Reporting and Impact Measurement department (“FIRM”) Management Team.
The monthly financial closing process and providing financial and management information to the Management Board and Supervisory Board for both FMO and its Public Funds, including engagement with external stakeholders such as FMO’s auditor.
Coordinating fair value rounds for both Private Equity and Debt.
Owning the long-term financial projections and the annual budget and forecasting process, working closely together with the Business, Risk Management, Strategy, and Management Board.
Implementing large-scale, end-to-end improvements in the Finance and Risk reporting chain.
Managing the implementation of new products, new regulations, and initiatives.
Engaging as a member of the Extended Leadership Team (ELT), which consists of the Managing Board, Directors, and Managers, and is responsible for translating our strategy into operational execution and driving alignment across all departments.

Our offer

Competitive gross annual compensation of EUR 145K – 155K (including holiday allowance), based on your experience.
Premium-free pension.
31 annual holidays.
Working remotely abroad for 60 days in a rolling period of 12 months.
Yearly development budget.
Hybrid way of working.
24/7 NS Travel Card

For more information, please visit our website, Secondary Benefits - FMO

Your team

We are looking for an experienced Manager Finance & Control who will report to the Director Finance, Integrated Reporting and Impact Measurement (FIRM) and be responsible for a team of approximately 15 FTE, consisting of a wide range of experts. Choosing a career at FMO means being professional and international in orientation; it also means believing in entrepreneurship and development. We look for candidates with a passion for our mission. We support sustainable private sector growth in developing and emerging markets by investing in businesses, projects, and financial institutions. This role allows you to take your financial expertise and managerial skills to the next level.

Your background

The successful candidate will have the following key qualifications.

Master’s degree in Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration or a related field. RA or RC strongly preferred.
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Accounting, Finance and /or (Business) Controlling with preferably at least 3-5 years in a managerial role in financial services.

Key competencies:

Strategic financial leader with a broad perspective, collaborating with senior management while remaining hands-on when needed.
Accountable and ethical role model, driving cultural change and upholding high professional standards.
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, fostering commitment and clarity in financial concepts.
Strong leadership and team development expertise, mentoring and guiding teams effectively.
Resilient and analytical problem-solver, thriving under pressure, managing multiple priorities, and overcoming setbacks.

Good to know:

This position is based in The Hague, the Netherlands.
A management assessment will be part of the recruitment process.
Please note that we prefer someone already based in the Netherlands.

Are you enthusiastic about this opportunity, and do you meet the criteria? We would love to hear from you and learn more about you. So please apply today!

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Make the difference at FMO

FMO is a leading international development bank. Our mission is to enable entrepreneurs in emerging markets to increase inclusive and sustainable prosperity. We support employment and income growth in more than 85 countries, enhancing lives where our impact is greatest. Our role extends beyond financing. We help businesses operate and grow transparently in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.

We are a Dutch organization with a diverse and international workforce. We offer careers in a stimulating workplace for people who share our sense of purpose and are motivated to make a difference together as One FMO. We are inclusive and professional, collaborating to ensure everyone can thrive and perform at their best. Our core values — Diversity, Integrity, Making the difference, and Quality— form the foundation of our company culture and help guide the execution of our strategy and day-to-day work.

Please note, if we make you an offer to join FMO, you will need to work through the screening process with our screening partner. The process is designed to check your integrity and reliability.