Director FP&A - innovation & supporting functions

Introduction to the job

As our Director FP&A – innovation & supporting functions, you will play a pivotal role in shaping ASML’s financial strategy and operations. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing, diverse team and influence decision-making at the highest levels of the organization.

You will be part of the management team within our Business insights & control (BI&C) department. In addition to leading a team of approximately 35 finance professionals, you will also support the BI&C leadership team in a Chief of staff capacity—fostering collaboration, alignment, and strategic execution. If you’re a seasoned FP&A professional and people leader with a passion for team development and cross-functional impact, this is the right opportunity for you.

Role and responsibilities

In this senior leadership role, you will be responsible for delivering critical financial insights and driving operational excellence across ASML’s R&D and supporting functions departments. Your scope will also include full ownership of OPEX and FTE analytics, as well as relevant P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow elements.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 35+ finance professionals.

• Deliver accurate, actionable financial insights and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.

• Align and integrate financial planning and control processes across global finance teams.

• Drive a unified approach to ASML’s OPEX and FTE planning.

• Own and evolve the Delegation of Authority Policy, ensuring robust governance across approval flows.

• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives aligned with ASML’s strategy.

• Serve as Chief of Staff to the BI&C leadership team—ensuring strategic alignment, coordinating executive activities, and driving cross-functional initiatives to enhance collaboration and efficiency.

Education and Experience

• Extensive experience in finance (typically 18+ years), including senior management roles.

• Proven track record in leading and developing high-performing teams.

• Demonstrated success in driving improvement projects within a finance environment.

• Strong ability to translate complex financial data into strategic business insights.

Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and storytelling capabilities.

• Deep understanding of financial operations, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.

• Able to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.

• Curious, fast learner with a collaborative mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with high visibility and impact.

Other information

You will report directly to the Head of BI&C and be part of a leadership team of five directors overseeing the global BI&C organization. This department is responsible for financial planning and analysis and business partnering across all ASML business lines and sectors.

From day one, you will engage directly with ASML’s executive management and contribute to solving complex, high-impact challenges. If you are an experienced finance leader eager to make a difference in a forward-thinking, technology-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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