Financial controller - inventory

Introduction to the job 

As a Financial Controller Inventory you play a key role in managing the accounting, analysis, controls and reporting for the various activities within the Finance Operations Inventory team. You'll be part of a vibrant, fast-paced, and globally focused environment that offers plenty of opportunities for growth at ASML. Your mission will be to consistently spot and implement improvements that boost the quality and efficiency of our processes, nurture our culture of excellence and innovation, and make a meaningful contribution to our world-class Finance Operations team. 

Role and responsibilities 

Our finance operations team is responsible for the accounting of the financials, performing internal controls, providing valuable data insights, narrating the story behind the numbers and driving improvements that really make a difference! As a Financial Controller Inventory, your main focus will be on executing and improving the accounting and reporting processes related to our business and financial activities, with a particular emphasis on product costing, all while ensuring everything aligns with the relevant laws and regulations. You will relentlessly focus on continuous process improvement to achieve world class operations also by leveraging LEAN in our processes. As a key user you will be of great value in the projects to redesign current ways of working, for example the transformation to the new ERP system.  

• Drive continuous improvements to accommodate smooth and accurate product costing processes;  

• Build and showcase a solid understanding of the entire (end-to-end) process, which should be evident in the reports, analyses, and commentaries shared with our business partners across various sectors and business lines; 

• Identify and support improvement initiatives in the respective accounting and process areas, for example by driving elimination, standardization, simplification and automation; 

• Accounting tasks are executed accurately and on time; 

• Ensure correct and timely internal and external reporting in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS. 

Education and experience 

To be considered for this role, you should have: 

• An academic degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Economics 

• Approx. 8 years of relevant experience, especially in a financial role 

• A passion for optimizing processes 

• Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS 

• Understanding of internal controls and SOx compliance  

• Familiarity with LEAN and its principles  

• Experience with SAP  

Skills 

To thrive in this position, you'll need to bring these key qualities: 

• A professional and driven mindset, coupled with a strong sense of responsibility and a willingness to go above and beyond 

• A team player who genuinely supports colleagues and actively seeks out ways to make improvements and implement changes 

• Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to interpret complex financial data 

• Solid proficiency in IT systems and tools, enabling you to harness technology to streamline processes and enhance data accuracy 

• Fluency in English, both spoken and written 

• A commitment to continuous learning, where you can grow, challenge yourself, and maintain a flexible approach focused on ongoing improvement. 

Other information 

In this role, you will report to the Team Leader of the Product Costing team and collaborate with various internal departments, including Customs & Tax and other Finance functions, as well as external stakeholders such as auditors. The ASML Finance Mission is to add value to ASML by supporting our company’s business and driving financial performance at a world-class level. To make this happen, we strive to be a trusted business partner, supporting decision-making at every level by guiding and implementing cross-sector operational measures and processes. We safeguard the business by ensuring corporate governance, integrity, and effective risk management. We also focus on creating cost-efficient transactional and financial processes on a global scale. Lastly, we foster a learning environment where individuals can grow, challenge one another, and stay committed to continuous improvement with the right balance of flexibility. 

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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