Assistant Finance Controller
Location: Zuidland, Zuid Holland, Netherlands, 3214 VP
Company: Chart Industries
The Role
Howden CPI is a global leader in the maintenance of mission-critical air and gas handling solutions. For more than 100 years, we have helped customers improve operational efficiency, reliability and sustainability across a range of industrial sectors.
As our Netherlands business continues to grow, we are looking for an ambitious finance professional to join us as an Assistant Financial Controller, with a clear development path towards a Financial Controller position.
This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant, finalist, Senior Accountant or Assistant Controller looking to take the next step in their career.
Working closely with the General Manager and wider Group Finance team, you will initially focus on financial control, reporting, forecasting and business performance. As your knowledge of the business develops, you will become a trusted business partner, supporting strategic decision-making and helping shape the future direction of the business.
Why Join Howden CPI?
Why join Howden CPI?
Clear progression path to Financial Controller
Direct exposure to the General Manager and senior leadership team
Opportunity to develop into a strategic business partnering role
International environment within Howden and Chart Industries
Mentoring and support from experienced finance leaders
Long-term career development opportunities across the wider group
What will you do?
Initially (0-12 months):
Support and manage monthly reporting activities
Prepare management accounts and financial analysis
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Monitor business performance and identify key trends and risks
Support statutory reporting and audit activities
Ensure compliance with internal controls and governance requirements
Work closely with operational and commercial teams to understand business performance
Support the development of finance processes and systems
Longer term:
Become a key financial partner to the General Manager
Provide commercial and operational financial insight
Support strategic decision-making and business planning
Lead finance improvement initiatives
Further develop leadership responsibilities within the finance function
What Do You Bring?
We are open to candidates from a variety of finance backgrounds, including:
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, RA, RC or equivalent)
Accountancy Finalist
Qualified by Experience (QBE)
Senior Accountant seeking a first Controller opportunity
Assistant Controller looking for the next step in their career
We would particularly welcome candidates with experience in:
Financial reporting and management accounting
Budgeting and forecasting
Manufacturing, engineering, industrial services or project-based environments
ERP systems and process improvement
Stakeholder management and business partnering
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is ambitious, commercially minded and eager to develop into a future finance leader.
Our Benefits
We offer an exciting and challenging opportunity with responsibility, visibility, and impact within a professional, international, and successful organization. As part of Howden CPI, you will join a team of dedicated and enthusiastic colleagues who work collaboratively to deliver outstanding results for our customers.
We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining talented people is key to our success. That is why we invest in both personal and professional development, providing opportunities to strengthen skills, expand expertise, and grow within the organization.
In addition, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with the responsibilities and level of the role, including:
A competitive salary based on experience, knowledge, and skills
40 days of annual leave
A 13th-month salary
Holiday allowance (Vakantietoeslag)
Hybrid working opportunities
Commuting/travel reimbursement
Access to the global Howden community and employee networks
This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued and your development supported.
Chart Industries is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non-discriminatory fashion.
Chart complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing “equal employment opportunity” and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation and training.
