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At Olenex, we supply a broad portfolio of high-quality edible oils and fats to customers worldwide. With thirteen strategically located refineries across Europe, we produce a wide range of liquid and tropical oils. Our team of specialists works closely with both food and non-food producers to deliver tailor-made ingredients that meet specific needs.

Beyond production, we are active in trading and sourcing raw materials to strengthen our offering in the oil and fats industry. Sustainability and fair trade are at the heart of what we do. Through our #SharedResponsibility initiative, we build integral partnerships and work toward a 100% sustainable supply chain.

We also believe in investing in our people. At Olenex, you’ll find opportunities for career development, training, and contribution within a dynamic and challenging environment where your impact truly matters.

We are currently looking for a proactive & detail-oriented

Financial Controller

to join our team at the Central Post office in the heart of Rotterdam.

Our new ‘Controller’ plays a key role in overseeing financial reporting cycles and internal control processes, ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of financial reporting and financial risk management. You also ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. As part of the Group Controlling team, you will gain in‑depth knowledge of the Olenex business model and related internal controls and financial processes. You will need this knowledge to effectively represent the Controlling team in company-wide projects.

What the role entails:

1. Take primary responsibility for reporting and control activities of the Limited Risk Distribution (LRD) business

   • Oversee month-end closing activities and GL accounting

   • Review and validate balance sheet reconciliations

   • Coordinate accounting activities with various functions, including Global Business Services (GBS)

2. Support broader Controlling activities, including:

   • Inventory reconciliations

   • Mass‑balance controls overseeing goods flows across Olenex locations

3. Contribute to Group Controlling tasks, such as:

   • Monitoring accounting task execution and maintaining SOPs

   • Preparing ad‑hoc analyses and providing query support

   • Daily FX exposure monitoring and risk mitigation follow-up

   • Supporting internal/external audits and follow-up actions

   • Streamlining reconciliation and accounting processes

4. Be a sparring partner to the Functional Lead for R2R:

   • Review end‑user training materials, shape training scenarios, and support pre- and post-go-live activities

   • Prepare and execute process walkthroughs, integration testing, and user acceptance testing

   • Support transitioning ledgers of the Swiss entity to S/4HANA, including analyzing and cleaning up balance sheet accounts and ensuring Chart of Accounts consistency

To excel in this role, you bring:

• BSc or Master’s degree in financial accounting and control; RA or RC preferred

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA (ideally in transformation or transition settings)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a (commodity) trading and/or manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding and proven track record in accounting and financial control

• Ability to translate internal control and GL accounting requirements into ERP process and system functionalities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What we offer you:

· Enthusiastic colleagues from all over the world

· Multiple training & development options

· 13th month salary

· 30 days of paid holidays per year

· A fully company-paid pension plan

· Working from home per company policy

· Working from home allowance

· Discount on health insurance and fitness

· Competitive Salary