Interim Senior Finance Specialist - EMEA (9 - 12 month fixed term contract) at Inotiv

Horst, Limburg, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Qualified Accountant, Statutory Reporting, Audit Management, VAT Compliance, Tax Compliance, Leadership, Management Skills, Process Improvements, Project Management, Coaching, International Partnerships, Communication, Self-Starter, Solutions-Focused Mindset, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Research Services

Description

Are you a senior finance professional, with a continuous improvement mindset and the drive to make a difference? We’re looking for an Interim Senior Finance Specialist to play a key role in our EMEA finance team – someone who likes to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on with process improvements, drive small but impactful projects, and act as a trusted deputy to our Finance Director (EMEA). This is a role where you’ll have real visibility, influence, and the chance to make a tangible difference. What you’ll be doing You’ll take the lead on finance process improvements – spotting opportunities to make things leaner, smarter, and more effective. Owning and delivering compliance projects that strengthen how we operate across the business. Acting as the number two to the Finance Director, being their delegation for day-to-day activities, and stepping up in their absence to ensure the function runs smoothly. Providing dotted line leadership for team members What we’re looking for A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with several years of experience operating in senior finance roles. Someone who combines strong technical experience in statutory reporting, audit management, VAT and tax compliance with a practical, solutions-focused mindset. An inspirational leader, a real people person with strong management skills - you’ve coached and developed people and helped them improve A self-starter who thrives in a role with variety, responsibility, and plenty of scope to shape how things are done. Someone with experience of working with international external partners (audit and tax advisors). Strong leadership (comfortable communicating at all levels) with experience across remote, multi-country finance teams. What’s in it for you? The opportunity to impact how our finance team operates. A supportive team where your contribution will be valued. Location/Benefits: This is a full-time role, Netherlands based, hybrid (you would need to visit our Hillcrest site in Leicestershire, England, about once a month). Although the role is initially offered as a 9-12 month fixed term contract, you could have the change to make this permanent if you want to. There is a huge scope for you to come in and help shape the role and influence where it goes. Competitive salary (based on experience) 33 days holiday (inc. 8 public holidays) Attractive pension plan 8.25% holiday bonus 25 vacation days per year on a full-time basis (excluding holidays) Travel allowance Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for supporting the mental well-being of our employees Group health insurance Discounted sports with a contribution towards costs Additional benefits with tax benefits, including the purchase of a bicycle, laptop, or a weekend getaway, etc. WGA Gap Insurance About Inotiv: Inotiv is a growing global contract research organisation (CRO) supporting drug discovery and development. Our work contributes to scientific and medical advances that improve health and wellbeing worldwide. At every stage of the journey, our teams play a key role in delivering quality science and operational excellence. Click APPLY now to join us: #LI-PH1 Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. We’re looking for people who will help us grow and support our shared purpose: to help our clients discover and develop life-changing therapies for people around the world. As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Inotiv supports discovery and nonclinical development through investigational new drug (IND) and beyond. By leveraging our deep expertise and scientific capabilities, we help you increase efficiency, improve data, and reduce the cost of taking new drugs to market. By providing critical research models and related services, we help researchers realize the full potential of their R&D projects, all while working together to build a healthier and safer world. We hope you consider our opportunities and a future with Inotiv!

Responsibilities

Lead finance process improvements and compliance projects while acting as a deputy to the Finance Director. Provide leadership and support to team members to ensure smooth operations.