VodafoneZiggo

Enjoyment and progress with every connection

The world is becoming more and more connected. Connectivity and communications are the pillars of our society and economy. But connectivity goes much further than smart connections between networks, or the technology we use to make contact. In the end, people’s lives are about feeling connected. To each other, to loved ones, friends and family. To the things that are most important to them, so they can fully enjoy everything the world has to offer, and people, business and society can progress.

As VodafoneZiggo, we make valuable connections and that is why the mission of VodafoneZiggo is: Enjoyment and progress with every connection. We aim to stimulate a positive change in society. Build bridges. Help address the problems people facing today. Moreover, to use the power of technology to make a difference.

Enjoy the challenge

In the role of Financial Controller, you have the opportunity to be part of an organization in a dynamic, high volume, no-nonsense and fast-paced environment. As Financial Controller it’s your primary responsibility to ensure the long-term financial solvency of VodafoneZiggo. You are responsible for relevant financial processes, monthly-consolidated result analysis and internal controls to ensure completeness and correctness of our actual financial figures. Furthermore, you take part in assessing, analyzing and driving improvement within the assigned focus area(s) in liaison with Accounting.

This is what you do

• Analyze consolidated financial results and facilitate explaining these results towards stakeholders including Senior Management, shareholders, auditors and investors;
• Support an efficient, effective, robust and (ICOFR) GAAP compliant record to report process in the respective domain;
• Create and maintain all relevant monthly analysis files, while driving the development to better reporting and analysis;
• Prepare and present monthly financial analysis on consolidated level and reports to Senior Management;
• Assist with forecasting of assigned focus area(s) for monthly, yearly, and long range plan cycles via detailed insights into actuals as needed;
• Take part (in) or steer regular reviews and improvement projects for relevant (financial) processes and takes ownership of respective internal controls as appropriate;
• Safeguard ICOFR compliance within dedicated focus area in close cooperation with Financial Risk Management team;
• Prepare regular reporting packages and additional schedules (to support audit and all relevant internal/external reporting requirements as needed);
• Generate ad hoc management reports and/or analysis as needed by Senior Management;
• Collaborate with Business and Finance teams to evaluate processes and drive improvements;
• Liaise with relevant finance and business teams to understand actual performance compared to plan/forecast and prior year to secure correctness and completeness of recorded financial figures;
• Through exceptional written and verbal communication skills, effectively communicate and influence all levels up to executive level management;
• Build a strong relationship with relevant teams of our shareholders Liberty Global and Vodafone Group.

Team Up

You become part of a dynamic, fast paced, challenging and exciting environment in an energetic and motivated Controlling team (~15 (Sr) Financial Controllers). A team of highly motivated professionals that want to move things to the next level and offers you the possibility for personal growth in an international setting. The role reports directly to the Senior Manager Financial Control Brigitte Kertelits and you will work closely with Senior Management, Business, FP&A, Business Control, Treasury and other finance teams. The role is based in our state of the art central office in Utrecht. This is where you will feel at home. Thanks to:

• An office that reflects VodafoneZiggo’s identity: digital!
• Central Office is as dynamic as our networks; prepare to get energized!
• Great coffee at our coffee bars – our baristas are always happy to serve
• Good food: enjoy tasty, chef-prepared dishes in our restaurant, Club Connect
• An after-lunch game of FIFA or Pacman? Or a race in our F1 simulator? Fun is included!

Got what it takes

The successful candidate will have:

• a Master Degree, preferably in Finance or Economics combined with at least 3 years’ experience in Audit/Financial Consulting;
• Living in the Netherlands and speaking Dutch 
• strong business affinity and familiarity with IFRS and US GAAP;
• strong technical and system skills and knowledge (e.g. Oracle, SAP, Excel, SQL, Power BI, Big Data) combined with the ability to identify and support data-driven analytics;
• a pro-active, flexible and team player minded personality who is capable of succeeding in a fast paced, changing environment as well as one who will utilize its own opinion and initiative to ‘get things done’ and to leave his/her footprint.

Enjoy the Benefits

Based on a 40-hour working week at VodafoneZiggo, you can count on:

• A competitive salary and bonus scheme;
• 20 days of paid leave;
• On top of your base salary you’ll receive a monthly flexible budget of 14,95% of your gross salary. Within this budget is included 8% holiday allowance and the possibility to purchase extra days off annually or directly receive the amount each month – it’s up to you!
• Unlimited Learning! Learning is fundamental to our culture. Through an extensive set of tools to drive your career, we are transforming the industry. The VodafoneZiggo menu has thousands of educational choices, providing you the chance to learn every day, acquire new skills and perspectives - an all you can learn experience!
• A voucher for a smartphone, and a Vodafone subscription to go with it. And yes, you can use it for personal calls as well;
• Discounts on Vodafone and Ziggo products and services;
• A worry-free pension plan that also allows you to save extra;
• An NS-Business Card tailored to your personal travel habits. Including a 1st class option, that you can even use for personal trips;
• Flexibility: work where and when you perform your best;
• We value social impact. You can participate in social initiatives during work hours and increase your positive contribution. An example? By joining our Online Master’s program, you can teach children how to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly;
• Setbacks in your personal life? We offer excellent (financial) arrangements to minimize the impact of adversity. For example when you are unable to work;
• Substantial discounts on health insurance, sports memberships, childcare and (much) more.

Why should you join VodafoneZiggo?

VodafoneZiggo makes valuable connections and brings enjoyment to people. We are the driving force of Dutch digitalization and are the builder of the infrastructure that comes with it. We are an important player investing in the digital future to empower people and society. We use the power of technology to help people and make society stronger. To do so, we share three values: Open Up, Team Up and Step Up. These represent thinking positively, listening to and learning from each other, with a focus on collaboration, plus a penchant for thinking and acting out of the box. To get a feel who and what it’s like working for VodafoneZiggo at a personal level, visit our career website where you can read and see stories from our employees

 Let’s connect

If you are interested, please submit your application via our career website. Questions? Call or app Lotte Bijleveld (+31621360339) or email: lotte.bijleveld@vodafoneziggo.com. You’ll have all the answers soon!

How does our recruitment process looks?

Once your application has been received, it is time to do our homework and we will let you know as soon as possible if we’d like to meet.* Are we both positive about that first talk? Then we’ll invite you to our online TalentPitch, for a Culture Fit and a Braingame exercise. To speed up the process, we also schedule a second or third meet-up straightaway! Your recruiter will guide you through this process.

Nailed it? Congratulations, we’ll make you a job offer and hope you accept it! There will be some final paperwork to settle your start and onboarding program. We look forward to welcoming you to the team!

Note: A pre-employment screening is part of the hiring process

* To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we are adjusting our recruiting process in line with our company measures. Your first meeting is online and as your application progresses, you may be asked to use digital tools to connect with us during your recruitment journey. Check this page to learn about our full range of measures and procedures